Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pumpkin Feta Pasta, a creamy and savory dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This quick and easy recipe combines roasted butternut squash, creamy feta cheese, and fresh spinach to create a delightful pasta experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, you can enjoy a nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether served as a main course or side dish, this versatile recipe fits seamlessly into any meal plan and is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 360 g pasta shells
- 1 kg butternut squash pumpkin
- 8 garlic cloves
- 180 g feta cheese
- 2 big handfuls baby spinach
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F.
- Peel and chop the butternut squash into 2cm cubes and place in an oven-safe dish.
- Add garlic cloves (unpeeled), thyme leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Center the feta cheese block in the dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Roast for about 25 minutes until the pumpkin is tender and feta has softened.
- Cook pasta in salted water while roasting (save some pasta water before draining).
- Mash roasted garlic after removing from skin; combine with pumpkin mixture along with broken feta pieces.
- Stir in baby spinach, cooked pasta, and reserved pasta water until creamy.
- Top with chili flakes (if desired) and crumbled walnuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 28mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Adjust feta quantity based on your taste preference. Reserve pasta water for a silky sauce consistency.