Description
Baked Feta Pasta Just Got a Protein Glow-Up is a delightful blend of rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal. This easy-to-make dish features juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy feta, and protein-packed chickpeas, all tossed with your favorite short pasta. With a cooking time of just 40 minutes, you can enjoy the tastes of the Mediterranean without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it with fresh herbs or alongside a crisp salad for an even more enjoyable dining experience. This one-pan wonder not only provides comfort but also delivers a protein boost that will keep you feeling satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 ounces short pasta (penne, rigatoni, etc.)
- 7 ounces feta cheese
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz)
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves
- Dried oregano
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 430°F (220°C). In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, drained chickpeas, crushed garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Place the feta block in the center.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes until the feta is golden and tomatoes burst.
- Meanwhile, cook the short pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Once baked, mash together the baked feta and burst tomatoes into a creamy sauce. Stir in fresh basil and lemon zest.
- Add the drained pasta to the sauce and mix well. Use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg