Mediterranean Bucatini with Spinach & Feta

Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with this easy and flavorful bucatini dish. Long Sfoglini Bucatini Pasta is tossed in a bright sauce made with garlic, onion, and juicy tomatoes, seasoned with Italian herbs. Fresh spinach wilts right into the sauce, and a sprinkle of tangy feta cheese finishes it perfectly. It’s a quick, vibrant meal that’s sure to please! Thank you, Sfoglini for sponsoring this recipe post.

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You know those nights when you want something delicious, but the thought of a complicated recipe just sends you straight to the takeout menu? Yeah, we’ve all been there–a little too much here-haha. Well, I’m here to tell you, those nights are officially over, especially with this absolute gem of a recipe: our Mediterranean Bucatini with Spinach & Feta.

I’m so excited to share this one with you, and a huge thank you to Sfoglini for sponsoring this post! If you haven’t tried their pasta, you’re missing out. Their Bucatini Pasta is just perfect for this dish. Those hollow centers grab onto every bit of sauce, making each bite an explosion of flavor. It really makes a difference!

This dish is not only smells great cooking, but is tastes amazing! Plus, it only takeslike 15 minutes to make! We’re talking fragrant garlic and sweet onion, simmered in butter with cherry tomatoes, and then fresh spinach–yum!

Then, we infuse it all with a generous pinch of classic Italian herbs – straight from the garden & salty feta crumbles. It just melts slightly and adds that perfect creamy, briny counterpoint that pulls all the Mediterranean vibes together.

This meal is vibrant, it’s satisfying, and it’s shockingly easy to pull together on even the busiest weeknight. Trust me, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

Sfoglini Bucatini Pasta: These are long, hollow noodles. The hole in the middle helps them soak up lots of sauce, so every bite is full of flavor.

Garlic & Onion: These are the first things you cook. They make the base of the sauce smell and taste amazing, adding a classic savory flavor.

Juicy Tomatoes: These add a sweet, tangy, and fresh taste, plus a nice pop of red color.

Italian Herbs: These dried herbs (like oregano or basil) add a warm, comforting smell and taste that’s key to Mediterranean food.

Fresh Spinach: This leafy green wilts down when cooked. It adds a bit of earthy taste, a pop of green color, and extra goodness to the dish.

Salt & Pepper: To enhance all the flavors of the dish.

Feta Cheese: This is sprinkled on top. It adds a salty, tangy, and slightly creamy finish that really brings out the Mediterranean feel of the dish.

Making Bucatini with Spinach & Feta

Boil Sfoglini Bucatini in salted water until al dente; drain.

In a large skillet, melt 1 stick of butter over low heat. Add onion and cook until soft (3 mins), then add garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they soften and burst.

Stir in Italian herbs, salt, and pepper; simmer 2-3 minutes.

Stir fresh spinach into the sauce until wilted (1-2 mins). Add the cooked bucatini to the skillet and toss to coat.

Finish & Serve: Remove from heat, stir in 1/2 cup feta cheese. Serve immediately, topped with more feta and Italian herbs if you’d like!

Storing Leftovers

This Mediterranean Bucatini is great as leftovers!

• Cool It: Let the pasta cool down to room temperature (within 2 hours).
• Store It: Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
• Reheat It: Best on the stovetop with a splash of water or butter until heated through. Microwaving works too, but be careful not to overcook.