Are you a foodie? Want to have some delicious food but you’re very concerned about your health and diet? As, you scroll your insta and tiktok accounts your feed gets bombarded with ASMR food videos. You just have cravings for tasty foods. Do not worry dear friends. Here is the perfect recipe for baked Feta Pasta. You will be amazed by knowing how a pasta could be so healthier and tasty. It is neither fried nor grilled , it is simply baked with healthy ingredients. This baked feta pasta is not only delicious but it is also incredibly easy to make.
Baked Feta Pasta
In this blog, you will see a step-by-step guide to make the perfect Baked Feta Pasta. You can share variations to suit your taste. You can send your messages on the box given at the end. Let’s start with the recipe.
Why is Baked Feta Pasta So Popular?
Baked Feta Pasta went viral because it is :
- Easy to make.
- Made with accessible ingredients which is always available at everybody’s house.
- Packed with rich flavors with tangy taste which comes from feta and tomatoes.
- Made easily under 30 minutes.
- Customizable.
Ingredients : Baked Feta Pasta
For making this awesome dish, you’ll need these :
- 200g of Feta Cheese
- 2 cups of Cheery or Grape Tomatoes
- 3tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 Cloves of Garlic
- 250g of your favorite pasta of any shapes(penne, fusilli, macaroni, farfalle etc)
- Salt and Black Pepper
- 1tbsp of Chilli Flakes
- Fresh Basil Leaves (chopped)
- You can also add optional items like – (Mushrooms, Olives, Roasted Red Peppers)
Step-by-Step Guide : Baked Feta Pasta
Step 1 : Pre-heat your Oven
Preheat your oven to 200 °C (400 °F).
Step 2 : Prepare the Baking Dish
Take a baking dish and place the block of feta in the center of it. Take few cherry tomatoes and surround it on the dish. Now, drizzle everything with olive oil and season with salt, pepper and chili flakes.
Step 3 : Roast
After that, roast the dish in the preheat oven for about 25-30 min until the tomatoes bursts and the feta cheese turns golden and soft.
Step 4 : Cook your Pasta
While the feta and tomatoes are baking inside the oven, take the pasta and boil it in salted water until it is cooked properly. You must keep about ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
Step 5 : Mix it all together
Take out the baking dish from the oven. After that, add the minced garlic and mix the melted feta and tomatoes to create creamy sauce. Toss this delicacy in the cooked pasta and also splash pasta water if needed for consistency. You should mix it well until everything is coated.
Step 6 : Garnish and Serve
Garnish it with chopped fresh basil and serve it warm. Enjoy your homemade tasty and healthy dish.
Baked Feta Pasta Variations
You can make the recipe with your own delicious twists :
1. Vegan Baked Pasta
Instead of cheese you can use vegan feta or tofu. Also, you can add nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
2. Protein Pasta
For the protein boost, you can add grilled chicken, chickpeas or shrimps. It will make your pasta more delicious + healthy.
3. Low-Carb version
Instead of using regular pasta which is made up of flour, you can swap it with zucchini noodles (zoodles) or whole grain pasta.
4. Mediterranean Style
For a Mediterranean style feta pasta, you can add Kalamata Olives, sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts.
5. Spicy
For spicy kick, you can add jalapenos or extra red chili flakes.
Experts Tips for the Best Baked Feta Pasta
- You should always use good quality feta.
- Do not skimp on olive oil.
- Use cherry tomatoes for natural sweetness which balances the tangy feta.
- Reserve the pasta water which helps in making the sauce smooth and silky.
FAQ : BAKED FETA PASTA
A. Yes, you can. But the block for feta gives a creamier result. As, crumbled feta may dry out slightly.
A. You can store it in an airtight container in the fridge. Whenever you want to eat it, just reheat with a splash of water or olive oil.
A. Yes, it is healthy when you choose zucchini or whole grain pasta over flour pasta.
A. Especially the short pasta like penne, rotini or fusilli works best.
Final Thoughts
Eventually, when we hear about pasta, pizza etc etc , people consider it as unhealthy fast food. But little do they know that the way of cooking matters the most. Baked Feta Pasta is made up of simple ingredients , it is a magical meal made within few minutes. It is very easy recipe and delicious. This meal is perfect for weeknights or dinner parties.
So what are you waiting for???? Try this simple and easy recipe today. Share your thoughts with me through email and social media. Bon Appetit!!!!
