Baked Ziti With Summer Vegetables: A Healthy Family Favorite
Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables is a delightful dish perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces ziti pasta
- 2 cups chopped summer vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ziti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped vegetables, ricotta cheese, marinara sauce, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- Let the dish sit for 10 minutes before serving.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams