Creamy Zucchini and Spinach Rigatoni

Health score
29%
Creamy Zucchini and Spinach Rigatoni
45 min.
6
460kcal

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Looking for a delicious and nutritious comfort food that will satisfy your cravings without the guilt? Look no further than our Creamy Zucchini and Spinach Rigatoni! This dish seamlessly combines the earthy flavors of fresh zucchini and mushrooms with the richness of creamy cheeses, creating a harmony that will make your taste buds dance.

Perfect for a side dish or a fulfilling main course, this recipe serves six and is ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or casual lunch gatherings. Using wholesome ingredients like baby spinach and fat-free chicken broth, it not only offers a delightful flavor profile but also keeps your calorie count in check at around 460 kcal per serving.

The magic really happens when the ingredients come together—a vibrant medley of vegetables is enveloped in a creamy Neufchatel sauce, all while the pasta absorbs those incredible flavors. Topped with golden, melted mozzarella, this dish is not just a feast for the palate but also for the eyes.

Whether you're feeding a family or impressing guests, Creamy Zucchini and Spinach Rigatoni is the perfect way to bring everyone together around the table. Dive into this satisfying recipe that balances comfort with nutrition, and experience a taste of culinary bliss!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach leaves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.3 teaspoon basil leaves dried
  • cup chicken broth fat-free reduced-sodium
  • tablespoon flour 
  • 0.5 pound mushrooms fresh sliced
  • cloves garlic minced
  • ounce philadelphia neufchatel cheese cubed
  • teaspoon oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano leaves dried
  • 1.5 cups parmesan cheese grated kraft
  • ounces rigatoni pasta uncooked
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded with a touch of philadelphia, divided kraft
  •  zucchini sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  3. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium heat.
  4. Add zucchini, mushrooms and garlic; cook and stir 3 to 4 min. or until zucchini is crisp-tender.
  5. Add flour and seasonings; cook and stir 1 min. Stir in broth; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until thickened.
  6. Add Neufchatel; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until melted.
  7. Drain pasta; return to pan.
  8. Add zucchini mixture, spinach, Parmesan and 1/2 cup mozzarella; mix lightly. Spoon into 2 quart casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining mozzarella.
  9. Bake 10 min. or until mozzarella is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories460kcal
Protein21.41%
Fat45.75%
Carbs32.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.5
Glycemic Load
13.17
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
26.181739060775%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
1.81mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
1.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:459.51kcal
22.98%
Fat:23.55g
36.23%
Saturated Fat:12.62g
78.86%
Carbohydrates:38.03g
12.68%
Net Carbohydrates:35.36g
12.86%
Sugar:4.29g
4.76%
Cholesterol:71.84mg
23.95%
Sodium:924.83mg
40.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.79g
49.59%
Vitamin K:141.9µg
135.14%
Vitamin A:3473.62IU
69.47%
Selenium:43.82µg
62.6%
Calcium:455.04mg
45.5%
Phosphorus:447.57mg
44.76%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.47%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.41%
Folate:87.87µg
21.97%
Zinc:3.23mg
21.54%
Vitamin B12:1.18µg
19.67%
Vitamin C:14.92mg
18.09%
Magnesium:71.39mg
17.85%
Potassium:593.15mg
16.95%
Copper:0.32mg
16.06%
Vitamin B3:2.8mg
13.98%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.45%
Vitamin B5:1.21mg
12.11%
Iron:2.06mg
11.47%
Fiber:2.67g
10.69%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.32%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.74%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.08%
Source:Allrecipes