Herb-Infused Baked Feta Pasta with Zucchini Spirals and Lemon Zest

Ingredients

• 8 ounces whole-wheat pasta
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 block feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 cups zucchini spirals
• 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 02
   In a large baking dish, place the block of feta in the center. Surround it with halved cherry tomatoes and zucchini spirals.
3. 03
   Drizzle olive oil over the feta, tomatoes, and zucchini. Sprinkle with minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
4. 04
   Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta is soft.
5. 05
   While the feta and vegetables are baking, cook the whole-wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. 06
   Remove the baking dish from the oven and stir the mixture until the feta is well combined with the tomatoes and zucchini.
7. 07
   Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss everything together until well coated.
8. 08
   Garnish with fresh basil and lemon zest before serving.