Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake Recipe

This quick and easy Italian vegetable pasta bake is a family-pleaser! Featuring hearty pasta, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy cheese sauce, it's a comforting meal ready in under 30 minutes. Customize it to your liking – easily swap vegetables to use what you have on hand! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 288.6 kcal
Protein 31g
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Ingredients for Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake

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How to Make Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of mostaccioli pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, 2 cups of your favorite pasta sauce (jarred is fine!), 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup chopped zucchini, and 1 cup chopped yellow squash.
  4. Gently stir in 1/2 cup chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic for extra flavor (optional).
  5. Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the top evenly with 1/2 cup remaining mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

25g

Carbs

11g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner European Italian Mediterranean American Healthy Vegetarian Summer Recipes Baking 30 Minutes Or Less

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake?

Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake?

Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake has approximately 288.6 calories per serving, with about 31 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake?

The key ingredients for Easy Italian Vegetable Pasta Bake are Mostaccioli Pasta, Light Pasta Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Mushrooms, Yellow Squash, Zucchini. See the full list with measurements above.

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