Loaded Veggie Baked Ziti: Indulgent Comfort Food for Everyone
A delightful vegetarian twist on a classic baked ziti, packed with veggies and indulgent flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces ziti pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ziti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté bell peppers and zucchini until tender.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
- Combine cooked pasta, sautéed vegetables, marinara sauce, ricotta, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Try adding different vegetables based on seasonal availability.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 48 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
Keywords: Loaded Veggie Baked Ziti, Vegetarian Baked Ziti, Comfort Food, Pasta Recipe