Description
This Baked Mediterranean Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean in a cheesy, comforting baked pasta. Perfect for a family meal or gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 1 lb rotini pasta
Sauce:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 (12 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
Topping:
- 200 grams bocconcini (mozzarella balls), halved (or more, for extra cheesy topping)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta: Boil rotini pasta until al dente (6–8 minutes); drain and return to pot.
- Prepare sauce: Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant; add cherry tomatoes, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook briefly.
- Combine: Mix sautéed vegetables with pasta, artichoke hearts, and olives; toss gently.
- Assemble: Transfer to casserole dish, top with mozzarella balls.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
Notes
- You can customize the dish by adding other Mediterranean ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers.
- For a richer flavor, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Baked Mediterranean Pasta, Mediterranean Pasta Recipe, Baked Pasta, Mediterranean Flavors
