If you’re looking for an easy, flavorful dinner that feels a little fancy but comes together with minimal effort, this feta tomato pasta is exactly what you need. Roasted tomatoes, creamy baked feta, and tender pasta all come together in one dish for a simple meal that’s packed with flavor.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, but it’s also impressive enough to serve guests. Recipes like this and our pepperoni crescent roll roses are always tucked away in our back pocket when we need quick, easy, and pretty on the menu.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This feta tomato pasta is simple, fresh, and full of bold flavor.
- Made with simple, fresh ingredients
- Creamy without heavy sauces
- One dish keeps cleanup easy
- Perfect for weeknight dinners
- A great addition to parties and potlucks
- Customizable with your favorite veggies
If you enjoy recipes like this, you might also love fun, cheesy snacks like these cheesy jalapeno popper twists.
Key Ingredients
You’ll find a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- Feta Cheese: This is the star of the dish. When baked, it becomes creamy and tangy, forming the base of the sauce.
- Grape or Cherry Tomatoes: They burst while baking, creating a juicy, slightly sweet sauce that balances the saltiness of the feta.
- Pasta: Serves as the base that carries the sauce, turning the baked mixture into a complete meal.
- Garlic: Adds bold, aromatic flavor that enhances the overall taste of the dish.
- Parmesan Cheese: Adds a salty, nutty finish and extra richness when sprinkled on top.
Variations
- Add Protein: Stir in grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Make It Spicy: Add extra red pepper flakes.
- Swap the Veggies: Use zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms.
- Try Different Pasta: Penne, rotini, or bowtie all work great.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Top with fresh basil or parsley.
How to Make Feta Tomato Pasta
1: Stir the tomatoes, olive oil, and seasonings in a large baking dish, then push the mixture to one side.
2: Add the squash and red bell pepper to the other side of the dish, and place the feta cheese in the center.
3: Drizzle the feta with olive oil and bake until the feta is melty and the veggies are soft.
4: Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
5: Mash the tomatoes and stir everything in the casserole dish.
6: Stir the cooked pasta into the feta mixture, sprinkle with Parmesan, and serve.
Expert Tips
- Use a block of feta, not crumbled, for the creamiest texture.
- Don’t skip roasting. It builds amazing flavor
- Salt your pasta water well for better taste.
- Use fresh veggies for the best results.
Feta Tomato Pasta FAQs
It’s best to use a block of feta for this recipe, as it melts more smoothly and creates a creamier sauce.
Penne, rotini, bowtie, or any pasta that holds sauce well works great.
Yes! You can prepare it ahead of time and reheat it before serving. Add a little olive oil or water when reheating to keep it creamy.
When reheating, stir in a splash of water or olive oil to loosen the sauce and restore its creamy texture.
Absolutely. Grilled chicken, shrimp, or even sausage are great additions.
Yes! Zucchini, spinach, mushrooms, or even broccoli work well in this recipe.
Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a bit of liquid to keep it from drying out.
It pairs well with garlic bread, a side salad, or roasted vegetables.
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Feta Tomato Pasta
Ingredients
- (2) 10 ounce grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounce block Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup yellow squash, sliced and quartered
- ½ cup red bell pepper, cubed
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Feta Mixture
- In a 3-quart baking dish, add tomatoes, ¼ cup of olive oil, and all the seasonings. Stir to combine, and push tomato mixture to one side of the baking dish.
- Add squash and red bell pepper to the other side of the dish.
- Next, add the block of feta cheese in the middle, and drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the feta.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and mash the tomatoes, and then stir everything together.
Pasta
- While the feta mixture is baking, fill a pot with water, bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package directions.
- Drain, and once the feta mixture is removed from the oven, add the pasta to the baking dish. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese over the top. Let the cheese melt a bit and serve.
Notes
- Use a block of feta, not crumbled, for the creamiest texture.
- Don’t skip roasting. It builds amazing flavor
- Salt your pasta water well for better taste.
- Use fresh veggies for the best results.
Adding the feta was such a great move. I love the depth it gave this dish. I can’t wait to make it again.
This is crazy good. The only thing I changed was adding some ground Italian sausage.
The creamy feta and roasted tomatoes made such a simple yet rich sauce. It was a fresh and easy dinner that we really enjoyed.
The feta and roasted tomatoes create a creamy sauce. Everyone loved it!
I really loved the feta tossed into this dish. The salty brininess pairs perfectly with the sauce. Such a delicious dish!
This Feta Tomato Pasta is my new favorite pasta recipe! The sauce was divine!
This meal was so delicious, I love how easy it was to prepare. It made a great week night meal for the family, the kids loved it too!
Is there something I can use in place of the Squash? Everything sounds deocious in this recipe but I am not a fan of Squash.