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Healthy Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake

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  • Author: marina-freshwell
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting pasta bake filled with roasted vegetables, marinara sauce, and creamy feta, perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pasta (penne or fusilli)
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 eggplant, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup olives, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large pan, sauté the onion and garlic in a bit of olive oil until translucent.
  4. Add the zucchini, bell pepper, and eggplant, and cook until softened.
  5. Stir in the cherry tomatoes, spinach, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook until the spinach wilts.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, the vegetable mixture, olives, feta cheese, and marinara sauce. Mix well.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to four days. It also freezes well for up to three months.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg