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Healthy Baked Feta Pasta with Vegetables

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A colorful and wholesome pasta dish featuring roasted vegetables and creamy baked feta, creating a rich and flavorful sauce that coats every bite.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
  • 1 block (8 ounces) feta cheese
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Create space in the center and place the block of feta cheese there. Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper.
  4. Bake for 25–30 minutes until vegetables are tender and tomatoes burst. Broil for 2–3 minutes if desired for extra color.
  5. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
  6. Stir the baked feta and vegetables together until creamy and well combined.
  7. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add spinach or kale during the last few minutes of baking for extra greens.
  • Stir in grilled chicken or chickpeas for additional protein.
  • Use seasonal vegetables like broccoli or asparagus.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Add a splash of water or olive oil when reheating to maintain creaminess.

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