Quick & Tasty Mediterranean Penne Pasta!

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while ricotta is often less expensive.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives provide a similar briny flavor and canned olives are usually cheaper.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

Drain the pasta and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and diced onion, sauté until translucent.

Add diced bell peppers and zucchini, cook until softened.

Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and black olives, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine with the vegetables.

Remove from heat and stir in crumbled feta cheese and fresh basil.

Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens