Description
A hearty and nutritious pasta bake combining whole wheat pasta, vibrant vegetables, and feta cheese, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta (any shape)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add minced garlic and mixed vegetables, cooking until softened.
- Stir in spinach, oregano, basil, and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, vegetable mixture, marinara sauce, and half the crumbled feta cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly, and top with remaining feta cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is slightly golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, pasta bake, healthy recipe, vegetarian, comfort food