Loaded Veggie Baked Ziti: The Ultimate Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and hearty baked ziti packed with colorful vegetables and rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces ziti pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper and spinach, cooking until vegetables are tender.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti, sautéed vegetables, ricotta cheese, and marinara sauce. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Feel free to add any other vegetables you enjoy.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Loaded Veggie Baked Ziti, baked ziti, comfort food, vegetarian