Go Back
+ servings
BAKED FETA PASTA

Irresistibly Creamy Baked Feta Pasta You'll Crave

This Baked Feta Pasta combines creamy feta, sweet tomatoes, and pasta for a dish that's quick, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Bow Tie Pasta (Farfalle) Feel free to use your favorite pasta shape.
For the Bake
  • 2 cups Grape Tomatoes Substitute with cherry or heirloom tomatoes for different flavor.
  • 8 ounces Feta Cheese Greek feta works best; vegan feta is a dairy-free alternative.
  • 5 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Mix equal parts of oregano, basil, and thyme if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt for best results.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil Parsley can be a suitable substitute.

Equipment

  • Medium-sized baking dish
  • Oven
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the washed grape tomatoes in a medium-sized baking dish.
  3. Nestle the block of feta cheese in the center of the tomatoes.
  4. Drizzle 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the feta and tomatoes.
  5. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning and salt evenly over the dish.
  6. Pour an additional 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the feta cheese.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta softens.
  8. Remove from the oven and mix the feta and burst tomatoes with a fork, then stir in cooked bow tie pasta and fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 715mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, ensure ripe tomatoes and mix thoroughly after baking. Customize with added ingredients like spinach or chicken.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!