Baked Feta Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes (with twist) that Thrills!
A delicious and easy-to-make baked feta pasta dish featuring cherry tomatoes and a unique twist that enhances the flavors.
- 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 pasta
- 200g feta cheese
- 300g cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the tomatoes burst and the feta is golden.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and mix everything together, mashing the feta slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes.
- Use whole grain or gluten-free pasta for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg