VEGGIE PASTA FETA BAKE

Ingredients

• 12 oz Penne Pasta (dry, any short pasta shape)
• 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
• 1 piece Bell Pepper (cut into bite‑size pieces, any color)
• 1 piece Zucchini (sliced into half‑rounds)
• 0.5 piece Red Onion (sliced thin)
• 7 oz Feta Cheese (firm block, not crumbled)
• 3 tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin recommended)
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp Salt (to taste)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground, to taste)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it fully preheat.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Prep Vegetables

   Rinse and chop the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into bite‑size pieces.

   Time: PT10M

3. Arrange on Baking Sheet

   Spread the chopped vegetables on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place the whole block of feta in the center of the sheet.

   Time: PT5M

4. Roast Vegetables and Feta

   Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring the veggies halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and the feta is soft and slightly golden on the edges.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Cook Pasta

   While the vegetables roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook al dente according to package directions (about 10–12 minutes).

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: boiling

6. Drain Pasta

   Drain the pasta in a colander, reserving the pasta water as noted.

   Time: PT2M

7. Combine Pasta, Veggies, and Feta

   Transfer the hot pasta to a large mixing bowl. Add the roasted vegetables and the softened feta block. Toss vigorously until the feta begins to melt and coat the pasta.

   Time: PT5M

8. Finish the Dish

   Stir in the lemon juice, the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and adjust salt and pepper. If the sauce is too thick, thin with a splash of the reserved pasta water.

   Time: PT2M

9. Serve

   Plate the pasta, drizzle with any extra olive oil if desired, and enjoy immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

500

Protein

15 g

Carbohydrates

60 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

5 g