Feta & Marinated Artichoke Pasta or Dip | The Dish on Healthy
Feta & Marinated Artichoke Pasta or Dip
15 mins prepServes 4
An ultra creamy, tangy, quick, and satisfying pasta dish that can also be served as a dip. This recipe features baked sheep’s milk feta and marinated jarred artichokes combined with whole wheat cavatappi, creating a cozy meal in minutes.
1. Preheat oven to 400F (200C). In an oven-safe baking dish, place 2-3 Tbsp olive oil, feta cheese, marinated artichokes (discarding half of their oil), 1/2 tsp sea salt, 2 tsp sumac, and 2 tsp dried basil.
2. Drizzle more olive oil and dried basil on top and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes.
3. While the feta bakes, cook your choice of pasta according to package instructions. Before draining, reserve about 1/4 cup of the starchy pasta water.
4. Once baked, remove the feta mixture from the oven. Mash and mix it into a creamy sauce. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and a pinch of the reserved pasta water to thicken and emulsify.
5. Top with fresh lemon zest, a handful of fresh basil, and 1 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). It is highly recommended to drizzle with chili oil or balsamic reduction for extra flavor.
PRO tip for reheating leftovers: add crumbled feta on top, a drizzle of olive oil, and a tiny splash of oat cream.
