Description
This Easy Vegetable Pasta Bake combines tender pasta, hearty marinara, and a medley of vegetables, all baked to perfection with a golden, cheesy topping. It’s an effortless dinner idea perfect for family meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, spinach, etc.)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta to al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables in olive oil with garlic powder until softened.
- Combine cooked pasta, marinara sauce, sautéed vegetables, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or add protein like chickpeas or tofu.
- For a crunchy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cheese before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g