Baked Feta Pasta with Salmon Recipe
A flavorful and creamy baked feta pasta dish topped with tender, oven-baked salmon. Roasted cherry tomatoes and garlic meld beautifully with melted feta to create a rich sauce that perfectly coats the pasta. This one-pan meal is easy to prepare, combining protein and comforting carbs in a simple, elegant bake ideal for weeknights or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 8 oz cooked salmon
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Za’atar seasoning or preferred seasoning blend, to taste
Pasta and Sauce
- 1 pound cooked pasta
- 1 block feta cheese (approximately 7–8 oz)
- 1 10 oz container cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Seasoning to taste (salt and pepper)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and your choice of seasoning, such as Za’atar. Place the salmon on a baking pan. Bake for 25 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the oven and break into pieces once slightly cooled.
- Roast the Feta and Tomatoes: In a separate baking dish, place the cherry tomatoes and the block of feta cheese in the center. Add minced garlic, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle olive oil over everything. Bake in the oven alongside the salmon at 400°F for 25 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the feta becomes soft and slightly golden.
- Create the Sauce: Remove the baked feta and tomatoes from the oven. Using a fork or potato masher, mash the tomatoes and feta together until you achieve a smooth, uniform sauce.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the baking dish with the feta-tomato sauce. Mix thoroughly to ensure all the pasta is coated.
- Add the Salmon: Place the cooked, broken-up salmon pieces on top of the pasta and gently fold them into the cheesy tomato sauce for an even distribution.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm, garnishing with additional seasoning or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute Za’atar with other seasoning blends like Italian herbs or smoked paprika for a different flavor profile.
- Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions before combining it with the sauce.
- If preferred, use fresh tomatoes instead of cherry tomatoes, but adjust roasting time accordingly.
- This dish can be prepared using leftover cooked salmon or fresh salmon cooked just before mixing.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salmon and add more vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms.
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