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Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake

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๐Ÿ… Vibrant Mediterranean flavors come together in this hearty baked pasta dish that’s packed with roasted vegetables and melted cheese
๐ŸŒฟ Nutritious family-friendly meal that combines the goodness of fresh vegetables with comforting pasta for a satisfying dinner

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

14 ounces rigatoni or any medium-sized pasta such as penne or fusilli

1 small zucchini, chopped into small chunks

1 small eggplant, chopped into small chunks

1 red bell pepper, chopped into large chunks

1 orange bell pepper, chopped into large chunks

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

4 cloves garlic, minced

14-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes (or regular diced tomatoes)

16-ounce can tomato or marinara sauce

2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Olive oil, for roasting (amount as needed to coat vegetables)

1 cup crumbled feta cheese, for topping

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping

Fresh basil and parsley, for garnishing (amount as desired)

Instructions

1-First, preheat your oven to 350ยฐF. Chop the vegetables 1 small zucchini and 1 small eggplant into small chunks, 1 red and 1 orange bell pepper into large chunks, and 1 small red onion thinly sliced then mix them with 4 cloves of minced garlic. Season with 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and roast until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

2-While the vegetables roast, cook 14 ounces of rigatoni or a similar medium-sized pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside.

3-In a large bowl, combine the roasted vegetables with the cooked pasta and the sauce mixture: 14-ounce can of diced fire-roasted tomatoes and 16-ounce can of tomato or marinara sauce. Stir everything together gently to coat evenly.

4-Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, then top it with 1 cup crumbled feta cheese and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. This layering helps create that perfect melted, golden finish.

5-Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and turns golden brown. Once done, remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil and parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

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Notes

๐Ÿฅฆ Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even roasting – smaller pieces cook faster and blend better with the pasta
๐Ÿง€ Don’t overcook the pasta – it should be al dente since it will continue to cook in the oven
๐ŸŒฟ Fresh herbs make a big difference – add them at the end to preserve their bright flavor and color

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 491
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 69g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg