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Baked Feta Pasta with Salmon Recipe

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This Baked Feta Pasta with Salmon is a delightful one-pan meal combining creamy, tangy baked feta and juicy cherry tomatoes with tender baked salmon and cooked pasta. The dish is seasoned to perfection with garlic, olive oil, and your choice of spices, creating a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired feast that’s perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 8 oz cooked salmon
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Preferred seasoning blend (e.g., Za’atar seasoning), to taste

Pasta and Sauce

  • 1 pound cooked pasta
  • 1 block (about 7-8 oz) feta cheese
  • 1 10 oz container cherry tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Olive oil, for drizzling
  • Seasoning (salt, pepper, optional herbs), to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and your preferred seasoning blend, such as Za’atar. Place the salmon on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  2. Bake the Feta and Tomatoes: In a separate baking dish, place the whole block of feta cheese and pour the container of cherry tomatoes around it. Add minced garlic and your choice of seasonings. Drizzle olive oil generously over the top. Bake together with the salmon in the oven at 400°F for 25 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the feta softens.
  3. Create the Sauce: Remove the baked feta and tomatoes from the oven and use a fork or potato masher to mash the tomatoes and feta together until they form a creamy, uniform sauce.
  4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the baking dish with the feta-tomato sauce and stir well to coat all the pasta evenly.
  5. Add the Salmon: Remove the salmon from its baking pan, flake it into bite-sized pieces, and gently fold it into the pasta and sauce mixture.
  6. Serve: Transfer the combined pasta, salmon, and sauce to serving plates or a large serving bowl and enjoy while warm.

Notes

  • If you don’t have Za’atar seasoning, you can substitute with Italian seasoning, oregano, or thyme.
  • Use any type of pasta you prefer; penne, rigatoni, or fusilli work well to hold the sauce.
  • For extra freshness, garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley before serving.
  • The dish can be prepared ahead by baking the feta-tomato sauce and salmon separately and combining everything just before serving.
  • Ensure the pasta is cooked al dente before mixing with the sauce to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Salt

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/baked-feta-pasta-with-salmon-recipe/