If you're in the mood for something tasty, healthy, and filling, I've got just the recipe for you: easy vegetable baked pasta! This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you need to whip up something quick and delicious. And best of all, it's a great way to get in your daily serving of veggies! To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Gather all of your ingredients, including 1 lb. of your favorite pasta (I personally love penne or rigatoni), 2 cups of your favorite veggies (such as zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and spinach), 1 small onion, diced, 4 cloves of garlic, minced, 1/4 cup of olive oil, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper to taste. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook your pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, add your olive oil and sauté your onion until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add your garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add your veggies to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add your cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish and sprinkle your Parmesan cheese over the top. Bake your dish for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot, with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad. For a heartier version of this dish, you can also add a protein source such as cooked chicken or turkey sausage. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can also experiment with different types of pasta shapes and vegetable combinations. Looks delicious, right? Now let me walk you through the recipe step by step, with mouthwatering images and detailed instructions. First up, we have this easy vegetable baked pasta recipe from Inspired Taste. This dish is perfect for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone who loves a good pasta dish packed full of veggies.
Easy Vegetable Baked Pasta
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. of your favorite pasta
- 2 cups of your favorite veggies
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
- Cook your pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add your olive oil and sauté your onion until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add your garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add your veggies to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add your cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish and sprinkle your Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake your dish for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 427 | Total Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 333mg | Carbohydrates: 54g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Protein: 16g
Recipe FAQ:
Can I use different types of veggies in this dish?
Absolutely! Feel free to use whatever vegetables you have on hand, such as mushrooms, broccoli, or carrots.
Can I add a protein source to this dish?
Yes, you can add cooked chicken, turkey sausage, or even tofu to this dish for added protein.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble this dish up to a day ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake. Add an additional 5-10 minutes to the baking time to ensure the pasta is heated through.
Recipe Tips:
- This dish is a great way to use up any leftover veggies in your fridge.
- For a creamier version of this dish, you can add 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese to the mixture before baking.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of pasta and cheese in this dish.
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pasta
