Zesty Ziti Bake Recipe

Name: Zesty Ziti Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb rigatoni pasta; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 sweet red peppers or 2 zucchini, diced; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree; 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 egg whites; 1 (15 ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese; 2/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 sweet red peppers or 2 zucchini, diced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 egg whites
1 (15 ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese
2/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat the oven to 325u00b0F.
2
Prepare the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and transfer to a 3-quart casserole dish.
3
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened. Add the zucchini or sweet red pepper, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red-pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
4
Combine the egg whites and the ricotta in a medium bowl, stir to mix well, and spoon over the pasta. Top with the vegetable mixture and sprinkle with the mozzarella and Parmesan.
5
Bake for 45 minutes, until the top is golden brown.

777

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb rigatoni pasta, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Zesty Ziti Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zesty Ziti Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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