Lemon Garlic Feta Pasta

Step 1

Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallot and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the lemon juice, vegan butter, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring until the butter has melted.

Step 4

Crumble the vegan feta into the skillet and stir gently. Add a splash of reserved pasta water and continue stirring until the feta softens and a creamy sauce begins to form.

Step 5

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped parsley and toss for another 1–2 minutes.

Step 8

Serve immediately with extra crumbled vegan feta, lemon zest, parsley, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.