Greek-Italian Pasta Dish

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15
Greek-Italian Pasta Dish with sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 garlic clove , minced
1 cup mushroom , sliced , i used cremini
1/4 cup reduced-fat feta cheese
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato , packed in oil kind , about 4
2 tablespoons margarine
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon dill
1 teaspoon basil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups angel hair pasta , cooked

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
334
Sugar
5g
Fat
13g
This Greek-Italian pasta dish combines traditional Greek and Italian flavors to create a unique and satisfying meal. The use of sun-dried tomatoes adds a slight sweet and tangy flavor to the dish, while feta cheese adds a creamy and salty taste. The mushrooms provide a meaty texture and also serve as a good source of protein. The dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish alongside a protein such as grilled chicken or fish. This recipe serves four people.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, melt margarine over medium heat.
2.Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3.Add sliced mushrooms and cook until soft and slightly browned.
4.Add the sun-dried tomatoes, water, and balsamic vinegar.
5.Season with dill and basil.
6.Simmer for a few minutes until most of the liquid evaporates.
7.Add cooked angel hair pasta and stir to coat.
8.Sprinkle with feta and Parmesan cheese before serving.

PROS

This Greek-Italian pasta dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight meal.

The sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese add a burst of flavor to the dish that is both savory and slightly sweet.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium due to the use of feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes that are often packed in oil.

The dish also contains refined grains in the form of white pasta, which can be less nutritious than their whole grain counterparts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein from the cheese and mushrooms, and also provides beneficial nutrients such as vitamin D and calcium from the cheese.
The sun-dried tomatoes provide a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants, which can help boost immunity and provide protection against cell damage.

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