Description
This Roasted Veggie Pasta with Feta is a delightful medley of textures and flavors, featuring tender roasted vegetables that contrast beautifully with the creamy, tangy feta cheese. Each bite offers a burst of savory goodness, enhanced by the aromatic herbs and a hint of garlic, making it a comforting yet vibrant dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- Pasta: 12 oz penne pasta
- Vegetables:
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, sliced
- Feta Cheese: 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- Herbs and Spices:
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive Oil: 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the diced zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- While the vegetables are roasting, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
- Add the roasted vegetables and crumbled feta cheese to the pasta, tossing gently to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional feta and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, simply warm in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
- For a vegan option, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese or omit it entirely.
- Feel free to use any seasonal vegetables you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
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