Description
Feta tomato pasta is a delightful dish that combines the creamy richness of feta cheese with sweet, roasted cherry tomatoes. This recipe delivers a burst of Mediterranean flavors in every bite, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll create a comforting meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 6 oz block feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and drizzle olive oil in a large baking dish.
- Combine halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in the baking dish.
- Crumble feta cheese over the tomato mixture.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes burst and release juices.
- Meanwhile, cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Combine roasted tomatoes and feta with the cooked pasta; toss gently.
- Top with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg