Tomato and Feta Pasta with Olives
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tomato and Feta Pasta with Olives, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into an impressive meal. This easy-to-make pasta combines roasted feta cheese and juicy cherry tomatoes, creating a rich and tangy sauce that’s perfect for any occasion. The burst of salty olives and fresh basil adds a vibrant touch, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With minimal prep and cleanup required, you’ll love how effortlessly this dish comes together, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 oz block feta cheese
- 1 lb cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 2 cloves roasted garlic
- 10 oz short pasta (such as Paccheri or rigatoni)
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
- In a large baking dish, place the cherry tomatoes and nestle the block of feta cheese among them. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 40 minutes until the tomatoes burst.
- While baking, cook short pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Transfer cooked pasta into the baking dish with roasted ingredients using a slotted spoon. Add smashed roasted garlic cloves and sliced olives, then toss gently to combine.
- Serve topped with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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