Vegetable Pasta Bake: The Ultimate Comfort Dish You’ll Love
A hearty, delicious Vegetable Pasta Bake that combines flavor and comfort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning, letting simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the vegetable mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables of your choice.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg