Raise your hand if you love pasta! It’s kind of the best, isn’t it? We love taking a fan favorite and adding protein and veggies to increase nutritional value and keep you full longer.
This veggie pasta bake is made in one pan. The only additional dishes needed are a cutting board, knife, and a cheese grater. Something about having very little clean up makes this healthy pasta bake even tastier.
While regular semolina pasta is delicious and has a place in our hearts, we use garbanzo bean pasta in this recipe to boost the protein and keep you full longer. If you’re interested in cooking up more satiating meals, we invite you to check out our article “Eat Less, Feel Just As Full” where we outline some ingredients you can include to stay full longer while consuming less.
This dish comes together by roasting your favorite veggies in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Next, add in your cooked pasta and tomato sauce of choice. Top with shredded cheese and broil. It’s crispy on top and super satisfying!
This can be adapted to your dietary needs. Use plant-based cheese if needed and substitute with your pasta of choice.
Veggie Pasta Bake
This one pan veggie pasta dish is packed with vegetables and protein. Minimal dishes and easy to prep! This is a great option for on-the-go home cooks.
1boxGarbanzo Pasta(we use Banza which has 11g of protein per serving)
1largeBroccoli Crown(or 2 small)
1Zucchini
1MediumYellow Onion
1Can Tomato Sauce
1.5-2CupsShredded Cheese of Choice(we used sharp cheddar)
Spices to taste(salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano)
Instructions
Boil large part of water for pasta and preheat oven to 350F
While water is boiling, wash and cut your veggies into bite sized pieces
Once veggies are prepped, place in a large baking sheet with a high rim and coat with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix all together using your hands. Cook for 30 minutes or until tender
Once water is boiled, add in pasta and cook according to box directions
Once pasta is cooked, drain and add to pan with cooked veggies
Pour in a can of tomato sauce, oregano, and chili flakes.
Stir until pasta and vegetables are coated in sauce
Top your dish with shredded cheese
Set oven on broil (High) and cook for 5-10 minutes until cheese is brown and bubbly
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