Mediterranean Veggie Pasta with Baked Feta
This Mediterranean dish features pasta tossed with roasted vegetables and creamy baked feta, creating a delightful and flavorful meal. It's a perfect combination of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 8 oz block of feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, and feta cheese. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender and feta is soft.
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat remaining olive oil and sauté spinach for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Mix roasted vegetables and feta with sautéed spinach and cooked pasta in the skillet.
- Toss everything together, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
For an appealing presentation, drizzle extra virgin olive oil on top before serving.