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Tasty Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake

Tasty Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake: Cozy Weeknight Delight

This Tasty Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake is a comforting blend of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 ounces Pasta (rigatoni or penne) gluten-free option available
For the Vegetables
  • 2 Bell Peppers mix with zucchini
  • 1 medium Aubergine (Eggplant) can substitute with mushrooms
  • 2 Courgette (Zucchini) other squash varieties can be used
  • 1 medium Onion or shallots for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 can Chopped Tomatoes substitute with crushed tomatoes if needed
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic can use garlic powder as alternative
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese or ricotta for different texture
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Basil can substitute with parsley or oregano
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking tray
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan) or Gas Mark 5.
  2. Spread bell peppers, aubergine, courgette, and onion on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 45 minutes, turning twice.
  3. Add halved cherry tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, and minced garlic to the tray and roast for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the pasta according to package instructions, undercooking it by 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Combine drained pasta with the roasted vegetable mixture in a large bowl, infusing the dish with flavors.
  6. Stir in reserved pasta water and shredded mozzarella cheese until well-coated.
  7. Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with grated Parmesan cheese, and bake for about 10 minutes until melted and bubbly.
  8. Let the bake cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to adapt the vegetables based on seasonal availability!

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