Easy Vegetable Pasta Bake
Savor this Easy Vegetable Pasta Bake, a cheesy, colorful dish that combines your favorite veggies with pasta for a comforting meal ready in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, spinach)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Chop the mixed vegetables and toss them with olive oil, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the veggies on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, roasted veggies, and marinara sauce until well mixed.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg