Feta Stuffed Pasta Shells
Description
These Feta Stuffed Pasta Shells are a delightful Greek-inspired appetizer or light main course. Large pasta shells are filled with a savory mixture of crumbled feta cheese, finely diced red peppers, black olives, and crunchy walnuts, seasoned with fresh parsley and dried oregano. The dish offers a perfect balance of salty, tangy, and nutty flavors with a satisfying texture contrast between the tender pasta and the crisp filling. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner, these stuffed shells are easy to assemble and cook quickly in the microwave or oven. They bring a burst of Mediterranean flavor to any table without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta shells according to package directions until al dente.
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Drain the shells and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process; drain well.
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Arrange the cooled pasta shells on a large microwave-safe serving dish.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, diced red pepper, chopped black olives, chopped walnuts, parsley, and oregano.
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Fill each pasta shell with approximately 1 teaspoon of the feta mixture.
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Insert a toothpick into each stuffed shell to hold the filling in place.
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Microwave the stuffed shells at Medium power (50%) for 4 to 5 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 48
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 40kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.5g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 3mg1%
- Sodium 50mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 5g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 0.5g
- Protein 1.5g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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