This healthy Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta Bake features roasted vegetables, tomato sauce, herbs, and bubbling cheese—perfect for a meatless family dinner. Packed with flavor and ready for any night of the week.
12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, fusilli)
1 zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 small eggplant, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes
½ red onion, sliced
3 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp basil
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups tomato or marinara sauce
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss chopped vegetables with olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper. Roast 20–25 minutes.
Cook pasta until just under al dente. Drain and set aside.
Mix pasta, roasted veggies, sauce, and half the cheeses.
Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Broil 2–3 minutes if desired.
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Add chickpeas or spinach for extra protein.
Make ahead and refrigerate before baking.
Use gluten-free pasta if needed.