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Easy Baked Feta Cherry Tomato Pasta That Bursts with Flavor

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
This vibrant and flavorful baked feta pasta combines juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy feta for a delicious, easy-to-make meal that bursts with flavor.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Dairy

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes.)
  • 1 block feta cheese (The star ingredient.)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (Generously drizzled.)
  • 4 cloves garlic (Peeled for roasting.)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (Cracked.)
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional for heat.)
  • 8 oz your favorite pasta (Penne, rotini, or fusilli.)
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves (Stir in after baking.)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (Optional for zing.)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place cherry tomatoes, garlic, feta, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a baking dish. Roast for 20 minutes.
  • Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Remove baked feta and tomatoes from oven. Mash feta and tomatoes together to create a sauce.
  • Mix the sauce with cooked pasta. Stir in fresh basil and lemon zest if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional basil or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: cherry tomatoes, Feta, Pasta