Best Greek Style Penne With Fresh Tomatoes Feta And Dill Recipes

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GREEK CHICKEN PENNE



Greek Chicken Penne image

It's hard to believe a recipe this speedy could create such fresh, mouthwatering Mediterranean flavors. -Dawn Frihauf, Fort Morgan, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh oregano, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the chicken, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the artichokes, tomato, cheese, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper; heat through. , Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Garnish with oregano if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

ARAKAS LATHEROS (GREEK PEAS WITH TOMATO AND DILL)



Arakas Latheros (Greek Peas with Tomato and Dill) image

Peas are normally considered a side dish, but in Greece it is common to eat a plate full of vegetables as a main course. This traditional way of cooking peas is so satisfying and healthy, it will most certainly become a favorite. Serve with crusty bread and feta for the ultimate meal!

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil
6 green onions, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen peas
1 cup crushed tomatoes
1 potato, peeled and cut into wedges
½ cup chopped fresh dill
½ cup water
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and cook onions until soft but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add peas, tomatoes, potato, dill, salt, and pepper. Add water if there is not enough liquid from the tomatoes.
  • Stir thoroughly and bring to a boil. Lower heat and cook, partially covered, until peas and potato are soft, about 30 minutes. Ensure that any remaining water from the tomatoes has evaporated before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 254.9 mg, Sugar 7 g

GREEK TOMATO PENNE PASTA



Greek Tomato Penne Pasta image

Yummmm... delicious. P.S. Leave out the feta cheese for a MUCH lower calorie meal! These are also pretty big servings for 4...

Provided by dear prudence

Categories     Penne

Time 20m

Yield 12 oz. pasta, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs halved seeded chopped tomatoes
1 cup chopped green onion (use only the white and pale green)
7 ounces crumbled feta cheese
6 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
12 ounces penne pasta
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the first six ingredients in a large bowl. set mixture aside.
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain, add hot pasta to the tomato mixture and toss to coat.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.8, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 46.9, Sodium 609.6, Carbohydrate 81, Fiber 13, Sugar 8.8, Protein 16.5

PENNE WITH TOMATO, SPINACH AND FETA SAUCE



Penne With Tomato, Spinach and Feta Sauce image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces red onion or 7 ounces chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 medium cloves garlic
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 1/4 pounds ripe plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 cups fresh spinach, tightly packed
8 ounces penne
3 scallions
2 ounces feta cheese (4 tablespoons)
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil for penne.
  • Chop the whole onion, and reserve 2 tablespoons for the salad.
  • Heat large nonstick pan until it is very hot. Reduce heat to medium high, and add oil. Saute onion in the oil until it softens.
  • Meanwhile mince garlic, and add to onion. Add pine nuts.
  • Wash, trim and coarsely chop tomatoes. When onion begins to brown, add tomatoes and tomato paste. Reduce heat to medium low, and cover.
  • Cook the penne according to package directions.
  • Wash and remove tough stems from spinach, and coarsely chop. Add to pot, and continue cooking.
  • Wash, trim and slice the scallions, and add to the pot.
  • In food processor blend the feta and yogurt.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat, and stir in the feta mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Drain pasta, and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 804, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 126 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 662 milligrams, Sugar 28 grams

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