Description
Cherry Tomato Feta Pasta is a viral, easy-to-make dish featuring roasted cherry tomatoes and creamy feta cheese. This simple yet flavorful pasta recipe creates a rich, tangy, and savory sauce that pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta. It’s a quick and customizable meal, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- Cherry tomatoes
- Feta cheese block
- Olive oil
- Garlic (minced)
- Dried oregano
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper
- Pasta of choice (penne, spaghetti, rigatoni)
- Fresh basil
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a baking dish, placing cherry tomatoes and feta block in the center.
- Season with olive oil, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss tomatoes to coat evenly.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes burst and feta softens.
- Cook pasta as per package instructions; reserve some pasta water.
- Mash & mix roasted tomatoes and feta to create a creamy sauce.
- Combine pasta with sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a block of feta for the best creamy texture.
- Gluten-free? Swap for gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles.
- Prep Time: 5min
- Cook Time: 30min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian
