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Pumpkin Feta Penne Pasta (Gluten-Free)

Lusciously creamy yet light penne pasta with caramelized onion, spinach, and feta is a magnificent dinner!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 490 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces gluten-free penne pasta noodles
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 large yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup full-fat canned coconut milk or half & half
  • 3 cups baby spinach finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup feta cheese crumbles
  • Pinch ground nutmeg optional
  • sea salt to taste

Instructions

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  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside until ready to use. (Note: I typically cook pasta a couple minutes less than indicated on the package to keep the noodles al dente).
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a thick-bottomed pot (or skillet) over medium-high heat and add the onion. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion turns golden-brown and begins to caramelize, about 10 to 15 minutes. Note: If the onion begins to burn or the edges become dark quickly, add a small amount of water to deglaze the pan. I do this several times when caramelizing onion. Add the garlic and sauté another 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and feta and bring to a full boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Stir in the chopped spinach and continue cooking until the spinach has wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in the cooked pasta noodles.
  4. Taste the sauce for flavor and add sea salt and nutmeg to taste.
  5. Serve with additional feta sprinkled on top and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1of 4 Calories 490kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 81g (27%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 15g (23%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 490

% Daily Value*

Serving 1of 4
Calories 490kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 81g 27%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 15g 23%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.