Description
A quick and vibrant Mediterranean pasta bowl featuring Kalamata olives and plant-based feta. A satisfying, weeknight-friendly dish packed with bold flavor and heart-healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
12 oz Whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
3/4 cup Plant-based feta or conventional feta, crumbled
1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup Fresh basil or oregano, chopped
2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
Optional: roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, red onion slivers, or cooked chickpeas
Instructions
1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse briefly with warm water.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until blistered (about 5 minutes).
3. Stir in sliced Kalamata olives and chopped herbs. Cook for 2 more minutes.
4. Add cooked pasta to the pan and toss to combine.
5. Remove from heat. Crumble in plant-based feta and fold gently.
6. Adjust seasoning with black pepper and a splash of lemon juice. Serve immediately.
Notes
Add a handful of arugula or spinach for extra greens.
Use gluten-free pasta or add chickpeas for a protein boost.
Great for meal prep—enjoy warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: kalamata olives, feta, vegan pasta, mediterranean bowl, plant-based