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Roasted Veggie Pasta with Feta

Creamy Roasted Veggie Pasta with Feta in 30 Minutes

This Creamy Roasted Veggie Pasta with Feta is a quick, healthy meal that blends roasted veggies and feta for a comforting dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Fusilli or Other Chunky Pasta Hearty pasta that holds up well.
For the Roasted Veggies and Feta
  • 8 ounces Feta Cheese Use a block for roasting.
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Fresh for sweetness.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Diced.
  • 1 medium Orange Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper To taste.
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Preferably fresh.
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Arugula Spinach is a good alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Arrange the feta cheese, zucchini, orange bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  3. Roast the mixture in the oven for 15 minutes, until the veggies are tender and the feta is soft.
  4. While roasting, bring a pot of salted water to boil, cook the pasta according to package directions, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. Combine the roasted veggies and feta with the drained pasta in a mixing bowl. Add reserved pasta water, remaining olive oil, lemon juice, arugula, and season to taste.
  6. Gently stir until well combined and serve, or store in the fridge for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water if needed. Avoid freezing for best texture.

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