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Baked Feta Pasta

  • Author: Louna
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting dish that combines roasted vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and al dente pasta into a delicious meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini, cut into slices
  • 1/2 sweet onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 block feta cheese, drained (approximately 8 ounces)
  • 1 pound of pasta (penne or fusilli works well)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss cherry tomatoes, zucchini, onion, and garlic in a baking dish with olive oil, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place feta cheese in the center of the vegetable mixture. Season feta with salt and pepper, then bake for 30 minutes.
  3. Increase oven temperature to 450°F and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the feta is golden brown.
  4. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water before draining.
  5. Smash the baked feta into the roasted vegetables; mix to create a sauce. Toss in the drained pasta and use reserved water as needed to adjust consistency.
  6. Top with fresh basil and grated Parmesan before serving.

Notes

Pair with a garden salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Baked Feta Pasta, Italian Recipe, Vegetarian Pasta