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Baked Feta and Broccoli Pasta

Delicious Baked Feta and Broccoli Pasta for Cozy Nights

A warm and creamy Baked Feta and Broccoli Pasta perfect for cozy nights, combining simple ingredients into an elegant dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta Choose your favorite shape
For the Broccoli and Feta
  • 4 cups broccoli florets Fresh florets
  • 8 oz brick of feta Creamy cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Rich and flavorful oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Brightens the dish
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest Intensifies the citrus flavor
  • 2 tbsp fresh chopped basil Adds herbaceous note

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

How to Make Baked Feta and Broccoli Pasta
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the broccoli florets into quarters and place them in a baking dish. Drizzle 1/2 cup of olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  3. Make space in the center for the feta and place it there. Drizzle more olive oil and a sprinkle of pepper on top.
  4. Bake for 35 minutes until the broccoli is tender and the feta is melting.
  5. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
  6. Stir the broccoli and feta mixture after baking, adding the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the mixture and stir until well combined.
  8. Finish by adding lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh basil. Stir gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra fresh basil or red pepper flakes for added flavor.

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