Description
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this easy baked feta pasta featuring creamy feta, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and hearty chickpeas. Bursting with flavor and texture, this dish is a perfect blend of savory and sweet. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, it’s as delightful to prepare as it is to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) pasta of your choice (penne or fusilli)
- 1 block (8 oz) high-quality feta cheese
- 2 cups ripe cherry tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 garlic cloves, whole
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In the prepared baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, garlic cloves, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Place the block of feta cheese in the center and drizzle with additional olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the feta turns golden brown.
- While baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Once baked, mix everything in the dish together with the cooked pasta until evenly combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, toss in fresh spinach or bell peppers before baking. Substitute chickpeas with white beans or lentils for variety. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for an extra burst of flavor.