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Loaded Veggie Baked Ziti

Loaded Veggie Baked Ziti: Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

Loaded Veggie Baked Ziti is a delicious and healthful dish that combines creamy ricotta and fresh vegetables for a family-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 box Ziti Pasta Use gluten-free ziti for a gluten-free option.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Ensure sauce is gluten-free if needed.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Adjust based on preference.
For the Cheese
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Substitute with vegan ricotta if desired.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Vegan mozzarella shreds work for plant-based diets.
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Vegetables (e.g., spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers) Feel free to mix in seasonal or frozen veggies.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet, then sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  5. Pour in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, stir, and let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked ziti, vegetable sauce, and ricotta cheese.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized for gluten-free or vegan diets.

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