Lemon Feta Spaghetti with Creamy Sauce and Cracked Pepper
Zesty Creamy Lemon Feta Pasta combines tender pasta with a bright lemon sauce and creamy feta cheese finished with garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 ounces linguine or spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup reserved pasta cooking water
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or cream optional
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook pasta until tender with slight firmness.
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Reserve one cup pasta cooking liquid and drain pasta.
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Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
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Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest.
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Add a few spoonfuls of reserved pasta water.
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Add cooked pasta and toss gently.
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Crumble feta into the skillet and stir until creamy.
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Add Greek yogurt or cream if a smoother sauce is desired.
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Season with black pepper and salt if needed.
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Toss with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
Extra lemon zest can brighten flavor just before serving.
Spinach or cherry tomatoes add color and texture.