Irresistible Vegetarian Baked Ziti Recipe in Just 40 Minutes
A simple and delicious vegetarian baked ziti recipe packed with vegetables and cheese. Perfect for a healthy and easy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g ziti
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta
- 2 cups mozzarella
- 1/2 cup Parmesan
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- Sauté the mixed vegetables in a pan until tender.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with marinara sauce and sautéed vegetables.
- Spread half the pasta mixture in a baking dish, then layer with ricotta and mozzarella.
- Add the remaining pasta mixture and top with Parmesan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables for better texture.
- Substitute ricotta with cottage cheese for a lighter version.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg