Creamy, colorful weeknight favorite
This Veggie Pasta with Baked Feta is the ultimate feel-good dinner—creamy, comforting, and packed with roasted vegetables. As the feta bakes, it becomes irresistibly soft and tangy, creating a rich sauce that coats every bite of pasta. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, meatless Mondays, or when you want something wholesome yet indulgent without spending hours in the kitchen. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, this baked feta pasta delivers bold Mediterranean flavors and a restaurant-quality result that’s completely Pinterest-worthy.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
📝 Ingredients List
- 8 oz (225 g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fusilli)
- 1 block (7–8 oz / 200 g) feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large baking dish
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring spoons
- Colander
- Wooden spoon or spatula
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Add tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and onion to a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, oregano, and chili flakes. Toss to coat.
- Place the block of feta in the center and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until vegetables are roasted and feta is soft and lightly golden 🧀
- While baking, cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Remove baking dish from oven. Add garlic and gently mash the feta with the roasted vegetables until creamy ✨
- Add cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir until glossy and well coated 🍝
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
💡 Pro Tips
- Extra creamy: Add more pasta water a little at a time for a silkier sauce.
- Veggie swaps: Broccoli, spinach, or mushrooms work beautifully here.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Protein boost: Add chickpeas or white beans before baking for a heartier meal.