Description
This pesto macaroni with feta and herbs elevates a nostalgic favorite with fresh dill, scallions, and creamy feta, making it perfect for a delicious meal at any temperature.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of dried macaroni
- 1 jar or container of pesto sauce, preferably freshly prepared
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Fresh scallions, chopped
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to the package instructions, but aim for a softer texture, just past al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, chop a handful of fresh dill and scallions.
- Drain the cooked macaroni and return it to the pot.
- Add the pesto sauce to the macaroni and stir until the pasta is well coated.
- Mix in the chopped dill and scallions.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and season with black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, or allow to cool and enjoy at room temperature.
Notes
This dish is great for meal prep as it tastes delicious both warm and at room temperature. For a heartier meal, add shredded rotisserie chicken on top. Use freshly prepared pesto for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 25 mg