Single Serve Feta Tomato Pasta
Some nights, you just need a quick, comforting meal that doesn’t require a ton of effort—and that’s exactly what this Single Serve Feta Tomato Pasta delivers. It’s inspired by the viral baked feta pasta but made just for one in a cocotte (small baking dish) for the perfect, cozy portion.
With juicy roasted cherry baked feta and simple seasonings, this easy dinner turns minimal ingredients into something incredibly flavorful, perfect for anyone craving a single serving of pasta.
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Recipe Tips
Use High-Quality Feta for the Best Flavor: Not all feta is the same! A block of feta in brine (rather than pre-crumbled) melts better and creates a creamier, richer sauce; ideal for a single serve version of pasta with feta and tomatoes.
Roast the Tomatoes Until Soft & Juicy: Baking the tomatoes covered helps them release their juices, creating a flavorful base for the sauce. If you like them extra caramelized, uncover for the last 5 minutes. This technique really elevates single-serve pasta dishes with feta and tomato.
Mash the Feta & Tomatoes While Hot: Right after baking, stir everything together while it’s still hot. This method is perfect when making a single serving of tomato and feta pasta, as it helps the feta fully melt and blend into a smooth, creamy sauce.
Use Your Favorite Pasta Shape: Short pasta like rotini, penne, or fusilli works best, as it holds onto the sauce beautifully.
Ingredient Swaps: Feta Cheese? Swap goat cheese for a milder, tangier version. Cherry Tomatoes? Use grape tomatoes or chopped Roma tomatoes. Olive Oil? Try garlic-infused olive oil for extra flavor. Pasta? Use gluten-free pasta or chickpea pasta for more protein. Meanwhile, all of these swaps will work for single-serve feta and tomato pasta perfectly.
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheating: Warm in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each. Add a splash of water or olive oil to loosen the sauce if needed for your individual portion of pasta with feta and tomato.
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Single Serve Feta Tomato Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 3 oz feta cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup protein pasta cooked, I used Brami
Instructions
Enable step-by-step mode- Preheat oven to 400F and grease a cocotte (19oz) with oil
- Add tomatoes, 1/2 tbsp oil, and 1/2 of seasonings and toss
- Top with your feta cheese and the rest of oil and seasonings
- Cover with lid and bake for 25 minutes
- Mix together until creamy
- Add your cooked pasta and stir to incorporate all flavors
