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Veggie Pasta with Baked Feta

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Veggie Pasta with Baked Feta is a colorful, comforting dish featuring creamy roasted feta and tender vegetables tossed with your favorite pasta. It’s a satisfying, simple meal that’s easy to make and bursting with Mediterranean flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 block (7 oz) feta cheese
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini or yellow squash, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli)
  • 1 cup fresh basil or baby spinach (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Toss to coat.
  3. Make a space in the center of the dish and place the block of feta cheese there. Drizzle a little olive oil over the top of the feta.
  4. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the vegetables are roasted and the feta is soft and slightly golden.
  5. While baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  6. Once baked, mash the feta and roasted vegetables in the dish to form a creamy sauce.
  7. Add the cooked pasta and fresh basil or spinach, stirring to combine and wilt the greens slightly.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Add sun-dried tomatoes, olives, or capers for extra Mediterranean flavor.
  • Use dairy-free feta for a vegan version.
  • Any pasta shape works, but short types like penne hold the sauce best.
  • Try adding chickpeas or grilled chicken for more protein.

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