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Baked vegetarian ziti in a white skillet with a serving spoon.

Baked Vegetarian Ziti (One Skillet)

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Created by Shinee D.
Servings 4 servings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
This is the easiest baked vegetarian ziti made in a single skillet with no boiling of the noodles required! With just 5 minutes of prep time, it's the hassle-free pasta bake that everyone will love.

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 (24oz) can marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 small zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt divided
  • 1 red or orange bell pepper
  • 6 garlic cloves minced or grated
  • 3 cups water
  • 12 oz ziti pasta
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • 4 oz mozzarella cheese 1 cup shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 475°F.
  • Dice the zucchini into small cubes.
  • Core and dice the bell pepper.
  • Heat a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add oil.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the zucchini, bell pepper, garlic, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Cook the vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add the marinara sauce and salt and bring it to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking the sauce for 10 minutes.
  • Pour in water and add the pasta. Stir well and cover. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring frequently, until the pasta is nice and tender, about 15 minutes. (It’s important to keep the sauce at an active simmer, adjusting the heat as needed.)
  • Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and basil.
  • Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and browned.

Notes

Storing Tips:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven for a few minutes, until warmed through.
- This vegetarian baked ziti also freezes well. Just transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 71gProtein: 23gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 1013mgPotassium: 467mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 49mgCalcium: 351mgIron: 2mg

* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only.

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