Roasted Vegetable and Goat Cheese Farfalle is the perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a dish bursting with flavor. This hearty yet light pasta is filled with roasted seasonal vegetables and complemented by the creamy tang of goat cheese, making it an ideal meal for any time of year. Whether you’re looking for a healthy weeknight dinner or a dish to serve at a dinner party, this pasta offers vibrant colors, textures, and tastes that everyone will love.
The beauty of this dish starts with the vegetables. Roasting them intensifies their natural flavors, creating a caramelized sweetness that pairs perfectly with the tanginess of the goat cheese. Vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes are commonly used, but you can experiment with any seasonal vegetable of your choice. Roasting them in olive oil with a touch of garlic and herbs gives them an aromatic depth that brings the dish to life.
Farfalle, the bowtie-shaped pasta, is a great choice for this dish. Its texture holds up well to the roasted vegetables and creamy cheese, and its shape makes each bite satisfying. When tossed with the roasted veggies and crumbled goat cheese, the farfalle absorbs the flavors, creating a light but filling pasta dish. The goat cheese adds a layer of creaminess without overpowering the dish, making it rich enough to satisfy but not too heavy.
To finish, a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, and a sprinkle of Parmesan can elevate the dish even further. The combination of warm roasted vegetables, creamy goat cheese, and al dente pasta makes each bite a balanced symphony of textures and flavors.
Roasted Vegetable and Goat Cheese Farfalle is not only delicious but also easily customizable. You can add a protein like grilled chicken or tofu to make it heartier, or enjoy it as a stand-alone vegetarian meal. It’s perfect for meal prep too, as the flavors only improve after a day or two.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta
- 2 cups diced vegetables zucchini, and eggplant), such as bell peppers
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 ounces goat cheese crumbled
- Basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread the diced vegetables on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked farfalle pasta and roasted vegetables. Crumble the goat cheese over the top and gently toss to combine.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
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I used different veggies cause I didn’t have zucchini. Still turned out good, but what’s farfalle? It sounds fancy.
Honestly, I wasn’t a fan. The flavors just didn’t come together for me.
Not bad for a veggie dish, but I wish the olive oil was more flavorful.
I think the olive oil works fine! It’s all about the freshness of the ingredients. Maybe try a flavored oil next time?
But like, olive oil’s supposed to be a background flavor, right? Maybe it’s fine if you add more spices or something.
I don’t know why people rave about this. Didn’t taste like much to me.
Roasting the veggies took too long for my liking. Should’ve just steamed them. Maybe taste is good, but it was a hassle.
I totally get it! Steaming is way quicker and still tastes good. Roasting can be a lot of work for just veggies. 🤷♂️
DO NOT add too much salt like I did. Ruined the meal! But overall nice!
Why do you roast the veggies? Can’t you just steam ’em? Seems weird.
I don’t like goat cheese. Can I use mozzarella instead? Anyone tried that?
This was delicious! The goat cheese really made it special.
I agree! Goat cheese adds such a unique flavor. I had some leftovers and it was still great!
Really? I thought the goat cheese was too strong. I think feta would be better.
I substituted the goat cheese for cheddar ’cause I didn’t have any and it was okay but not the same. I think it would be better with the goat cheese.
Quick and easy dinner! Will definitely make this again. 🍝
Nice dish, but I wish it had more spice. Maybe some chili flakes?
Can I use different cheese? I got blue cheese instead, hope it works!
This is gourmet level!! I felt fancy serving it to my friends.
Fancy? Idk, it seems just like pasta and veggies to me. Nothing special.
Totally agree! It looks so delicious and fancy. Can’t wait to try it at my next dinner party!
So good, I can’t stop eating! Yum! 🥳
Not really my thing, too many veggies. Prefer meat pasta dishes.
Best pasta recipe I’ve tried! Will make it again for sure. Thanks!
I don’t know, man. I tried it and it was kinda bland. Maybe I did something wrong? 🤔
So glad you loved it! I agree, it’s fantastic. I added some chili flakes for a kick, and it was even better! 😋
I was skeptical at first, but actually I loved it! Zucchini and eggplant worked great.
Yum 😋
Yum!
Super easy to make! My kids ate it without complaining. That’s a win!
That sounds great! Always a win when kids eat their veggies. Will try it out soon!
This dish was a huge hit at dinner! The goat cheese added such a nice creaminess. Will definitely make it again!
So easy to make! I added chicken for protein. Will make again for sure.
Way too many veggies! I can’t even! Maybe less next time or none at all.
I love the veggie overload! More nutrients, right? But I get it, not everyone loves them. Maybe try just one or two types next time? 😊
This was amazing! The roastin method really brings out the flabor of the veggies. My family loved it!
For some reason, my pasta was mushy. Did I cook it too long???
I dunno, it didn’t taste like much. I think it needed more seasoning or something. Kinda bland. 😕
Super easy to make! I added some chicken for protein. Yum! 🍗
That’s a great idea to add chicken! I never thought of that. 🌟
Yummy! My kids loved it, and they usually hate vegetables. Fun and easy recipe!
Really? My kids wouldn’t touch that. I guess every kid is different! Maybe it’s the cheese that helped? 🤔
That’s awesome to hear! Getting kids to eat veggies can be so hard, but it sounds like this recipe is a winner! 😊
This pasta is AMAZING! The goat cheese really adds a nice touch. Definitely making it again!
Basil leaves?? Are they really necessary? Just looks good, but I don’t taste them much in the pasta.
I can’t eat goat cheese, so I used feta instead. Still turned out yummy!
Roasting takes too long, I just steamed the veggies instead.
I was skeptical at first, but it turned out pretty good. Maybe a little too much goat cheese tho.
The recipe’s good, but where’s the flavor? I added garlic but still bland.
I totally get what you mean! I usually double the garlic for more flavor. Maybe some herbs too?
What do you mean it’s bland? It’s supposed to be light! Just add spices if ya want, like paprika.
Delicious!👌
Roastin veggies is not right. They should be fried. Way better taste lol.
It’s just pasta, cheese, and veggies. Not impressed! 👎
Quick and easy to make! My kids even ate the veggies, which is a miracle! Thanks!
That’s amazing! Kids eating veggies is the ultimate win! 🙌
I can never get roasted veggies right. They always burn. Any tips?
Make sure to keep an eye on them while roasting. It helped me! Also, cut them in bigger pieces to avoid burning. Good luck!
Why would you ruin good pasta with vegetables? Not my deal.
Absolutely loved this! The goat cheese adds a nice touch. Will make again!
So glad to hear you loved it! Goat cheese really makes everything better, doesn’t it? I’ll definitely be making this soon too!
It was okay, but I think I added too much salt…whoops!
This was amazing! The goat cheese really made it pop. 🌟