Rotini con zucchine e feta

What a quick meal! When I made dinner for my dad, aunt and uncle 2 weeks ago I made a simple steamed asparagus, the salmon from this post, and then I got stuck. I knew I needed some type of a carb (both my dad and my uncle can’t have a meal without one) but I didn’t have much on hand. I decided to throw together one of my single girl meals as the carb side.

When I lived with my cousin in my condo I often wanted a quick meal that both satisfied and didn’t take a lot of time to put together. It wasn’t as fun to always cook for one so I tried to throw some quick ones in there. This is one of those recipes, and it doesn’t disappoint.

Rotini con zucchine e feta
Serves 1 (I multiplied this by 4 the night I made the big dinner)

Ingredients:
2 oz rotini (measure when dry)
1 medium zucchini, cut into small pieces
1 oz feta
dash of salt
dash of red pepper
spray of olive oil (1/4-1/2 tablespoon oil)

Directions:
1. Add salt to a boiling pot of water for pasta and cook the rotini according to the directions (usually 7 minutes for al dente rotini)
2. Meanwhile, heat a skillet to medium heat. Spray with the olive oil and add the zucchini and red pepper. Cook on medium for 5-7 minutes until the zucchini have softened a bit.
3. When the pasta is done drain in and toss it in the skillet with the zucchini. Mix together, add the feta, and serve!

Buon Appetito!

I’m off to pack for my bachelorette weekend! I am so so so excited! I’ll fill you all in on the shananigans when I get back! Happy weekend! Pray for sun!