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Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake

Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake: Comfort in Every Bite

This Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake combines comfort with health, making it the ultimate family dinner solution.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 250 grams Rigatoni or Penne Use pasta that holds sauce well.
  • 200 grams Cherry Tomatoes Fresh and juicy.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Adjust to taste.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil Fresh is best for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Bell Peppers Any variety.
  • 1 medium Aubergine (Eggplant)
  • 1 medium Courgette (Zucchini)
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots or leeks can be used.
For the Cheese and Flavoring
  • 200 grams Mozzarella Cheese Dairy-free alternatives available.
  • 100 grams Pesto Homemade or store-bought.
  • 50 grams Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast as vegan substitute.

Equipment

  • large roasting tin
  • pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the Oven to 190°C (170°C Fan) or Gas Mark 5.
  2. In a large roasting tin, toss bell peppers, aubergine, courgette, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 45 minutes, stirring twice, until tender and golden.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes, canned tomatoes, minced garlic, and fresh basil to the roasted vegetables. Stir and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  4. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 4-6 tablespoons of pasta water before draining.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta with the roasted vegetables and reserved pasta water. Toss gently.
  6. Fold in the mozzarella cheese and pesto. Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
  7. Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months and reheat in the oven.

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