Description
Baked Mediterranean pasta is simple, flavorful, and vibrant, loaded with fresh tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and olives, and topped with mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. rotini pasta
- 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
- 200 grams bocconcini (mozzarella balls), halved (or more for extra cheesy topping)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional, for serving)
- Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions, about 6-8 minutes. Drain well and set aside in the pot.
3. While the pasta is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the oil sizzles, about 2 minutes. Add onion and garlic and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add tomatoes and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes until the tomatoes have slightly softened.
5. Add cooked pasta, artichokes, and olives and toss well to coat.
6. Transfer the pasta into a 9×13-inch casserole pan and top with mozzarella balls.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the melted cheese is golden brown.
8. Let cool for 15 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
How to store: Keep leftover Mediterranean baked pasta in the fridge for up to four days in an airtight container or wrapped in the pan with plastic wrap or foil.
How to freeze: Wrap individual portions in foil or airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months.
How to reheat: Thaw overnight in the fridge and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450