--- title: "15-Minute Mediterranean Pasta" id: "12068" type: "post" slug: "15-minute-mediterranean-pasta" published_at: "2022-02-17T21:27:42+00:00" modified_at: "2024-06-19T13:29:28+00:00" url: "https://mondaydreams.com/2022/02/17/15-minute-mediterranean-pasta/" markdown_url: "https://mondaydreams.com/2022/02/17/15-minute-mediterranean-pasta.md" excerpt: "We are always craving pasta around here! If you are a pasta lover, like us, then you are going to love this 15-Minute Mediterranean Pasta. It’s a real crowd-pleaser and the perfect plant-based dinner. This delicious pasta is simple, quick..." taxonomy_category: - "Mains" taxonomy_language: - "English" taxonomy_post_translations: - "pll_620eb3aef0722" --- # 15-Minute Mediterranean Pasta by [Gaby](https://mondaydreams.com/author/gabysommer/) on [February 17, 2022](https://mondaydreams.com/2022/02/17/15-minute-mediterranean-pasta/) in [Mains](https://mondaydreams.com/category/mains/) [Jump to Recipe](#recipe) [Print Recipe](https://mondaydreams.com/wprm_print/15-minute-mediterranean-pasta) We are always craving pasta around here! If you are a pasta lover, like us, then you are going to love this 15-Minute Mediterranean Pasta. It’s a real crowd-pleaser and the perfect plant-based dinner. This delicious pasta is simple, quick and packed with Mediterranean flavors. Olive oil, tomatoes, black olives, basil and your favorite whole-grain pasta. Can you name a better combo?! This incredibly delicious Italian-inspired meal also happens to be vegan and quite healthy. And it takes minutes to prepare, so it’s ideal for busy weeknights. I used farro pasta (because I’m obsessed with it, it’s so good!), but feel free to use whole-wheat, spelt or your favorite gluten-free version. **If you try this truly delicious recipe, let us know what you think. Tag us on [Instagram @mondaydreamsblog](https://www.instagram.com/mondaydreamsblog/) or leave a comment below, we love hearing from you!** ## 15-Minute Mediterranean Pasta Simple, quick and packed with Mediterranean flavors! This delicious pasta is a real crowd-pleasing meal that also happens to be vegan, wholesome and can be made gluten-free. Best part is, you only need 9 ingredients and 15 minutes of your time! [Print Recipe](https://mondaydreams.com/wprm_print/15-minute-mediterranean-pasta) [Pin Recipe](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmondaydreams.com%2F2022%2F02%2F17%2F15-minute-mediterranean-pasta%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmondaydreams.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F02%2F0071-15-Minute-Mediterranean-Pasta-0003-web.jpg&description=15-Minute+Mediterranean+Pasta&is_video=false) Total Time 15 minutes mins Servings 2 ### Ingredients #### PASTA: - 2servings of whole-grain pasta or GF pasta of choice -6 ounces – 170 grams - 1Tbspolive oil - ½small onion,thinly sliced – or use one small shallot - 1big garlic clove,minced - ½ - 1tspchili flakes - 1cupcherry tomatoes,halved or quartered – depending on their size - ¼cupblack olives,thinly sliced - 5big sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil,drained and finely chopped - 6big basil leaves,finely chopped - Sea salt and pepperto taste #### TO SERVE: - Extra drizzle of olive oil - Vegan parmesan* - More fresh basil or cherry tomatoes ### Instructions - Cook the pasta according to instructions. - While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, chili flakes and a pinch of sea salt and sauté for 5 minutes, until the onions are translucent and fragrant. - Add cherry tomatoes, olives, sun-dried tomatoes. Lower the heat and sauté for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. - Add cooked pasta and stir to combine. - Turn off the heat and add basil leaves, sea salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine. - Serve immediately and top with vegan parmesan and an extra drizzle of olive oil. - Enjoy! ### Notes *I think vegan parmesan is quite delicious in this recipe, but feel free to omit it. 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