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Jessica

Easy Mediterranean One-Pot Pasta: A Flavorful Delight!

A quick and delicious one-pot pasta dish featuring Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and diced zucchini, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until tender.
  3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper (if desired). Season with salt and black pepper, cooking for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a rolling boil.
  5. Add the penne pasta and chickpeas, stirring well. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cover the pot, cooking for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
  6. Remove from heat and gently fold in the sliced olives and crumbled feta cheese. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or artichokes.
  • For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
  • Adjust the level of crushed red pepper according to your spice preference.

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