Description
Feta tomato pasta is a comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of roasted cherry tomatoes and creamy feta cheese, creating a delightful sauce that clings to every twist of pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with friends and family. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this dish promises to be a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until tomatoes burst and turn golden brown.
- Crumble feta over the roasted tomatoes, add basil, and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water.
- Combine cooked pasta with the roasted tomato-feta mixture in a large bowl. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg