Baked Ziti with Roasted Vegetables: A Delightful Family Meal
A delicious and hearty meal, perfect for families.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box ziti pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup roasted zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup roasted bell peppers, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, roasted vegetables, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix the cooked pasta with the sauce mixture and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Baked Ziti, Roasted Vegetables, Family Meal