Mediterranean Pasta in 20 Minutes! Fresh, Flavorful & Easy

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese offers a lower-fat option while maintaining creaminess.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives can be lighter in flavor and are often less expensive.

cherry tomatoes

🥗Healthier: sun-dried tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Sun-dried tomatoes add a concentrated flavor and can be cheaper when out of season.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped red onion and red chili, sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Stir in salt, black pepper, and oregano, mixing well.

Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat in the flavors.

Stir in the black olives and artichoke hearts, mixing everything together.

Pour in the reserved pasta water and freshly squeezed lemon juice, stirring to create a light sauce.

Remove from heat and top with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese.

Sprinkle extra black pepper before serving.

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