Baked Feta Pasta with Butternut Squash
Baked Feta Pasta with Butternut Squash is a warm and comforting dish that beautifully combines creamy feta cheese and sweet roasted butternut squash. This easy-to-make recipe bursts with vibrant colors and flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its delightful aroma wafting through the kitchen, this dish guarantees to impress your family and friends, leaving them asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 8 oz block feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish.
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic; spread in the baking dish. Roast for 25 minutes until tender.
- Push squash to one side; add feta cheese block. Drizzle with more olive oil.
- Cook penne according to package instructions; drain.
- Combine cooked pasta with roasted squash and feta in the baking dish, gently tossing to coat.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider using fresh herbs like thyme or sage. You can substitute butternut squash with zucchini or cherry tomatoes for variation. For extra protein, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.