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Tasty Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake

Delicious Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake That Wows Every Time

Tasty Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake combines wholesome veggies and gooey cheese for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 500 grams Rigatoni or Penne Short, sturdy pasta that holds the sauce and veggies
For the Vegetables
  • 2 pieces Bell Peppers Sweet and colorful; choose any variety
  • 1 piece Aubergine (Eggplant) Offers a meaty texture
  • 1 piece Courgette (Zucchini) Adds moisture and mild flavor
  • 1 piece Onion Opt for yellow or red onions
  • 200 grams Cherry Tomatoes Juicy bursts of sweetness
  • 400 grams Canned Chopped Tomatoes Serves as the saucy base
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Intensifies flavor
  • 20 grams Fresh Basil Promotes freshness
For the Sauce & Toppings
  • 200 grams Mozzarella Cheese Use fresh for the best results
  • 100 grams Pesto Adds rich, herby flavors
  • 50 grams Parmesan Cheese Grate fresh for optimal flavor

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Roasting tin
  • Large pot
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss your chopped bell peppers, aubergine, courgette, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly in a roasting tin.
  3. Roast the vegetable mixture in your preheated oven for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Once the veggies are beautifully roasted, add the cherry tomatoes, canned chopped tomatoes, minced garlic, and fresh basil to the mixing bowl.
  5. While the vegetables are finishing in the oven, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook it for about 2-3 minutes less than the package instructions for al dente.
  6. In a large bowl, mix the drained pasta with the roasted vegetable mixture. Stir gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water gradually until well integrated.
  7. Fold in the mozzarella cheese and pesto into the pasta mixture.
  8. Transfer the pasta mixture to a prepared baking dish and top it with grated Parmesan cheese. Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. After baking, let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This pasta bake can be made ahead and stored for convenience. Perfect for busy weeknights!

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