Can I make feta pasta primavera ahead of time?

Yes! You can make it several hours or up to a day ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. Let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving, then give it a good toss.

Should feta pasta primavera be served warm or cold?

Either one! It’s delicious warm, at room temperature or chilled, making it perfect for everything from weeknight dinners to picnics and potlucks.

What other vegetables can I use?

Almost any crisp, colorful vegetable will work. Try chopped bell peppers, zucchini, asparagus, broccoli or sugar snap peas. Cook firmer vegetables briefly so they’re crisp-tender before adding them.

What can I use instead of fresh dill?

Fresh basil, parsley or mint all work beautifully. You can also use about 2 teaspoons of dried dill, although fresh herbs will give you the brightest flavor.

How long will leftovers keep?

Leftovers will keep for 3 to 4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Give the pasta a good stir before serving and add a squeeze of lemon or drizzle of olive oil if it needs freshening up.

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Easy Feta Pasta Primavera (20-Minute Summer Dinner)

Feta Pasta Primavera

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This summertime version of pasta primavera mixes up fresh summer veggies with feta cheese and a little dill for a cool summer supper.

Author: Kate Morgan Jackson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
8 ounces short pasta, such as elbows, rotini or cavatappi
1 English cucumber, sliced into 2 inch sticks
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup frozen baby peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

Make dressing by whisking lemon zest, juice, oil and salt and pepper together.
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain it well, rinse it under cold water and toss it with the dressing.
Add all remaining ingredients, toss well and serve.

Notes

- 🍋 Lemon: You’ll use both the zest and the juice for the brightest, freshest flavor. Be sure to zest the lemon before juicing it.

- 🥒 English cucumber: English cucumbers have thin skin and very few seeds, so there’s no need to peel them. Regular cucumbers will work too if that’s what you have.

- 🫛 Frozen peas: Thaw them first by running them briefly under cool water, then drain well before adding them to the pasta.

- 🌿 Fresh dill: Fresh dill gives this pasta its signature summery flavor. If you need to substitute dried dill, use about 2 teaspoons.

- 🧀 Feta cheese: Buy a block of feta packed in brine if you can. It has a creamier texture and richer flavor than the pre-crumbled variety.

Find it online: https://www.framedcooks.com/feta-pasta-primavera/