Quick Description
A vibrant Mediterranean pasta loaded with fresh veggies, garlic, olive oil, and herbs — ready in just 30 minutes!
⏱ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Dietary Notes: Vegetarian • Mediterranean • Can be made dairy-free
🛒 Ingredients
- Spaghetti (8 oz)
- Olive oil
- Garlic, minced
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Zucchini, diced
- Kalamata olives, pitted & halved
- Fresh spinach or arugula
- Crumbled feta cheese (optional, for topping)
- Fresh lemon juice
- Fresh herbs: parsley, oregano, or basil
- Salt & black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook Pasta – Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
- Sauté Veggies – In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add garlic and onion, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Add Flavor – Toss in zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook until tender but still vibrant.
- Combine – Stir in olives and spinach, letting the greens wilt slightly. Add the cooked spaghetti and a splash of pasta water to bring everything together.
- Finish – Season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Top with crumbled feta if desired.
💡 Notes
- Use whole-wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Swap spinach with kale or arugula for variety.
