Mediterranean Baked Feta and Chickpea Pasta with Roasted Red Peppers and Spinach

Ingredients

• 8 ounces chickpea pasta
• 1 block feta cheese, drained
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
• 3 cups fresh spinach, washed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 02
   In a large baking dish, place the block of feta in the center. Surround it with cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and minced garlic.
3. 03
   Drizzle the olive oil over the feta and vegetables. Sprinkle with dried oregano, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt.
4. 04
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the tomatoes burst and the feta is golden and soft.
5. 05
   While the feta and vegetables are baking, cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. 06
   Remove the baking dish from the oven. Use a fork to gently mash and mix the feta with the roasted vegetables.
7. 07
   Add the cooked pasta and fresh spinach to the dish. Toss everything together until the spinach wilts and the pasta is well coated.
8. 08
   Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy warm.