- 2 cups pasta of choice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup crumble feta cheese
- Salt and pepper
- Prepared Social Kitchens Professional Premium Shrimp Sliders
Lemon Feta Pasta delivers bright, balanced flavor with minimal prep, making it a reliable addition to any professional kitchen. This recipe combines tender pasta with a creamy feta base and fresh lemon to create a dish that feels both light and satisfying. It works well as a standalone entrée, a side or as a foundation for added proteins across a variety of menu styles.
Chefs appreciate the efficiency and consistency of this preparation. The sauce comes together quickly using feta, lemon juice, olive oil and aromatics to create a smooth, cohesive finish that coats the pasta evenly. The ingredient list is short, which helps control food costs while maintaining strong flavor impact. The recipe scales easily for high-volume service and holds well for batch preparation, making it suitable for catering, quick service and dine-in operations.
The flavor profile is clean and modern. Lemon adds brightness that balances the richness of the feta, while garlic and herbs provide depth without overpowering the dish. The result is a creamy texture with a fresh finish that keeps guests coming back. Optional additions like spinach, cherry tomatoes or roasted vegetables allow for seasonal customization without complicating execution.
Versatility is a key strength. Serve Lemon Feta Pasta as a vegetarian entrée, pair it with grilled chicken, shrimp or salmon, or feature it as part of a composed bowl. It transitions easily across lunch and dinner menus and performs well in both plated and grab-and-go formats.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook pasta to al dente according to package directions. Reserve about ¼ cup of pasta water then strain.
- Pour the strained pasta into a bowl and add the butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and about 1 tbsp of the pasta water. Sprinkle with a small pinch of salt, then toss.
- Add the feta and toss again, until the feta forms a sauce with the other ingredients. Add another tbsp of pasta water if needed. Garnish with freshly cracked black pepper.
- Serve alongside prepared Social Kitchens Professional Premium Shrimp Sliders and enjoy!
