Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Healthy Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake With Veggies, a delightful fusion of creamy cottage cheese, nutritious vegetables, and pasta that makes for a perfect family meal. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also offers a wholesome vegetarian option that everyone will love. The combination of protein-packed cottage cheese and vibrant veggies ensures each bite is both satisfying and nourishing. Whether you need a speedy weeknight dinner or a hearty dish for gatherings, this pasta bake will surely impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups dry penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups cottage cheese (2%MF)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, sauté garlic and broccoli for about 7 minutes, then add spinach until wilted.
- In a baking dish, combine cooked pasta, sautéed veggies, cottage cheese, marinara sauce, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and bake for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg