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Vegetarian Baked Ziti Easy Meatless Dinner

Vegetarian Baked Ziti: Easy Meatless Dinner Recipe to Try!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian baked ziti recipe that is perfect for a meatless dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz ziti pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, spinach, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Vegetarian Baked Ziti, Easy Meatless Dinner, Italian Pasta Dish