Pasta with Kalamata Olives and Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
43%
Pasta with Kalamata Olives and Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce
45 min.
6
572kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and hearty vegetarian dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than our Pasta with Kalamata Olives and Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce! This delightful recipe marries the rich, tangy notes of Kalamata olives with sweet, succulent roasted cherry tomatoes, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone at the table wanting more.

Whether you're preparing a cozy lunch, a side dish for a family gathering, or a satisfying main course, this dish is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Best of all, it comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impromptu get-togethers.

The star of this dish is the roasted cherry tomatoes, which become incredibly sweet and juicy when baked, complementing the briny richness of feta cheese and the delightful crunch of pine nuts. Each bite delivers not just flavor, but texture, with a perfect balance of creaminess and crunch. Plus, with the added health benefits of fresh herbs and wholesome ingredients, you can indulge guilt-free.

Gather your loved ones around the table and serve up this colorful pasta dish that not only looks fantastic but also tastes divine. Let the aromas of roasted garlic and fresh oregano fill your kitchen, and watch as everyone falls in love with this delicious creation!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup capers drained
  • 2.5 pounds cherry tomatoes halved
  • pound farfalle pasta (bow-tie)
  • 1.3 cups feta cheese crumbled
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives black pitted halved
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons oregano fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed

Equipment

  • oven
  • pot
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 375°F.
  2. Combine tomatoes, oil, garlic, vinegar, and crushed red pepper in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Roast until tomatoes are tender and juicy, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes. Stir in oregano. (Can be made 2 hours ahead.
  3. Let stand at room temperature.)
  4. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.
  5. Drain. Return to pot.
  6. Add tomato mixture, olives, and capers. Stir over medium heat until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  7. Add feta and stir until melted and creamy, about 2 minutes. Divide pasta among 6 plates; sprinkle with pine nuts and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories572kcal
Protein12.07%
Fat39.95%
Carbs47.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.67
Glycemic Load
23.51
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.814347684383%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
9.6mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
13.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:572.16kcal
28.61%
Fat:25.83g
39.74%
Saturated Fat:6.61g
41.34%
Carbohydrates:69.81g
23.27%
Net Carbohydrates:64.11g
23.31%
Sugar:7.55g
8.39%
Cholesterol:27.81mg
9.27%
Sodium:762.36mg
33.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.56g
35.12%
Manganese:1.57mg
78.63%
Selenium:54.12µg
77.32%
Vitamin C:44.29mg
53.68%
Phosphorus:342.92mg
34.29%
Vitamin K:33.81µg
32.2%
Vitamin E:4.43mg
29.56%
Copper:0.51mg
25.5%
Calcium:245.96mg
24.6%
Vitamin A:1179.43IU
23.59%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.01%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.92%
Fiber:5.7g
22.8%
Iron:4.02mg
22.35%
Magnesium:88.6mg
22.15%
Potassium:687.45mg
19.64%
Zinc:2.72mg
18.15%
Vitamin B3:3.06mg
15.32%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.53%
Folate:58.13µg
14.53%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.33%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.8%
Source:Epicurious