Baked Feta Pasta
A comforting and elegant dish that features creamy feta baked with bursting cherry tomatoes and pasta, creating a delightful culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g feta cheese
- 300g pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 400g cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the cherry tomatoes and feta cheese in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta is golden.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Mash the baked feta and tomatoes together in a bowl, mixing in the minced garlic.
- Combine the pasta with the feta-tomato mixture.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and a light vinaigrette. Can include grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 406
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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