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tiktok tomato feta pasta recipe

Viral TikTok Tomato Feta Pasta Recipe

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A viral TikTok tomato feta pasta recipe with roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, aromatic garlic, fresh basil, and tender pasta tossed into a silky Mediterranean-style sauce.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs cherry tomatoes
  • 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • 6 to 8 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb dried pasta
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water.
  3. Pat the tomatoes completely dry with paper towels.
  4. Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.
  5. Chop the fresh basil leaves and set aside.
  6. Crumble the feta cheese into 1/2-inch pieces.
  7. Pour half of the olive oil onto a large sheet pan or oven-safe baking dish.
  8. Add the minced garlic and spread evenly across the pan.
  9. Scatter the cherry tomatoes over the oil and garlic in a single layer.
  10. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the tomatoes.
  11. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  12. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until the tomatoes blister and the garlic turns golden brown.
  13. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil while the tomatoes roast.
  14. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
  15. Reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
  16. Drain the pasta thoroughly.
  17. Remove the roasted tomatoes from the oven.
  18. Immediately scatter the crumbled feta over the hot roasted tomatoes.
  19. Add the drained hot pasta directly to the sheet pan.
  20. Toss gently with tongs or a large spoon until the pasta is coated.
  21. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup reserved pasta water gradually while tossing to create a silky sauce.
  22. Taste and adjust with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  23. Sprinkle fresh chopped basil over the pasta.
  24. Drizzle with a small amount of extra virgin olive oil before serving.
  25. Serve warm immediately.

Notes

Dry the tomatoes well before roasting, reserve pasta water before draining, and add fresh basil at the very end so this TikTok tomato feta pasta recipe stays bright and flavorful.

  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 62g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 32mg

Find it online: https://www.zoeykitchen.com/tiktok-tomato-feta-pasta-recipe/