overhead photo of tomato feta pasta with a portion on a plate — Makes: *4 Servings*
Per Serving: 34g Protein | 450 Cal

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Remember, a few years ago, when the baked feta pasta recipes took over social media? This is my high-protein twist on that original recipe (developed by MacKenzie from Grilled Cheese Social and Finnish blogger Liemessa). Super easy, packed with protein, endlessly customizable, and the perfect cozy weeknight dinner, my Tomato Feta Pasta recipe is the macro-friendly dish you need to try.

The secret ingredient is Kaizen High-Protein Pasta (use PROTEINSNACKQUEEN for a discount!). It ensures that each serving of this pasta contains a whopping 34 grams of protein, making it easy for you to hit your macro goals.

Sneakily healthy, but plenty rich and indulgent, this is one dish you’ll want to make over and over again.

Why You’ll Love This Tomato Feta Pasta Recipe

Packed with protein: Each serving contains 34g of protein to help keep you feeling full for longer.
Easy cleanup: This easy one-pan pasta bake means less time spent washing up after dinner’s done.
Everyone loves it: The whole family (or whoever else you’re serving this to) will absolutely love it—you'll get rave reviews.
Versatile and easy to customize: Add chicken, shrimp, chicken sausage, cannellini beans, chickpeas, tofu, or any veggies you like and make this dish your own.

close-up of baked tomato feta pasta in the baking dish

Ingredients

24 oz fresh cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
1 shallot, diced
A few garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt + black pepper to taste
1 block feta cheese
1 box Kaizen High-Protein Pasta (Code PROTEINSNACKQUEEN gets you a discount!)
A handful fresh spinach (baby spinach will work)
A handful fresh basil, torn
Optional: Red pepper flakes and Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Turn on the oven and preheat it to 400 degrees F.
Prep the veggies: Place the cherry tomatoes, shallots, minced garlic, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a single layer in a baking dish. Toss everything together until combined.
Add the feta cheese: Make a little space in the middle of the dish and add the block of cheese.
Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes, until the veggies are roasted and the feta is softened and a bit golden brown.
Cook the pasta: While the veggies and feta are roasting in the oven, boil pasta in a large pot of salted water according to the directions on the package. When it’s done, drain pasta and set it aside until the feta mixture is done.
Mix the sauce: When the veggies and feta are done, remove the baking dish from the oven. Mix the bursting cherry tomatoes with the softened feta block into a creamy sauce. Add the handful of fresh spinach and stir to wilt.
Toss the sauce with pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss with the tomato sauce until everything is well coated.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the basil over the top of the pasta, add grated or shaved Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if you’d like. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info (Per Serving - Makes 4 Servings)

Calories: 450
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 20g
Fat: 25g

Swaps & Substitutions

Try a different cheese: Instead of the whole block of feta cheese, try making this dish with goat cheese for a tangy finish, use Boursin or a similar cheese for a twist, or make it dairy-free with vegan feta.
Use a different pasta: If you don’t have any Kaizen pasta on hand, you can swap in other high-protein pastas like those made from lentils, chickpeas, or edamame, but you’ll need to adjust your cooking time. You can also make this with your favorite pasta, gluten-free pasta, or even spaghetti squash or hearts of palm noodles if you’d like.
Swap in other green veggies: No spinach in your fridge? No problem! Try making this with kale, collard greens, zucchini, shredded cabbage, or even arugula.
Amp up the protein: Boost the protein content in this dish even more by adding grilled chicken, shrimp, ground turkey, beans, lentils, or plant-based crumbles.

FAQs

You can! If you want to meal prep this recipe, store the pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat, gently reheat it on the stove top with a little bit of water until it’s saucy and heated through.
If you have dietary restrictions, you can make this recipe with a gluten-free high-protein pasta, like one made from lentils, or you can use gluten-free regular pasta, which might not be as high in protein.
No, not if you make the recipe as it’s written. If you want to make it spicier, you can add red pepper flakes or stir in a bit of Calabrian chile sauce. Either will add a kick.
This feta cheese pasta definitely gets some flavor from the feta, so if you don’t like it, you can sub it out and use the same recipe with a block of cream cheese, Boursin, or even ricotta. They’ll give you a milder sauce (and cream cheese will make it super creamy) than the feta will.

This delicious high-protein tomato feta pasta recipe is easy to make, super satisfying, and macro-friendly. Whether you’re trying to hit your goals or just looking for something cozy and comforting, this recipe is sure to deliver.