Eggplant Zucchini Bolognese

Health score
20%
Eggplant Zucchini Bolognese
50 min.
8
438kcal

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Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that's sure to impress? Look no further than this mouthwatering Eggplant Zucchini Bolognese! This delectable dish is the perfect blend of rich, hearty flavors and a variety of textures that will have your taste buds dancing. With a satisfying 438 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free option that you can enjoy without any reservations.

Packed with 8 generous servings, this Eggplant Zucchini Bolognese is ideal for a family dinner or a gathering of friends. The recipe calls for a delightful array of ingredients, including penne pasta, eggplant, zucchini, yellow summer squash, and lean ground beef, all complemented by aromatic seasonings and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar.

Prepare to be amazed by the ease of this recipe, as it comes together in just 50 minutes. You'll start by cooking the pasta to al dente perfection, while simultaneously roasting the vegetables in the oven to bring out their natural sweetness. In a separate skillet, you'll cook the ground beef and create a rich, flavorful tomato sauce infused with Italian seasoning. Finally, everything will be combined for a symphony of tastes and textures that will leave your guests or family members begging for seconds.

So why wait? Dive into this Eggplant Zucchini Bolognese and experience a culinary adventure that's as healthy as it is delicious. Your taste buds, and your waistline, will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces penne pasta 
  • small eggplant peeled cut into 1-inch pieces
  • medium zucchini cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • medium to 3 sized squashes yellow cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • cup onion chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • teaspoons garlic minced
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • pound ground beef 90% lean ( )
  • 28 ounces canned tomatoes canned
  • tablespoon seasoning italian
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • teaspoons parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, zucchini, squash, onion, oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
  3. Transfer to two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray.
  4. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
  5. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato puree, Italian seasoning and brown sugar.
  6. Drain pasta; stir in tomato mixture and roasted vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories438kcal
Protein21.02%
Fat24.27%
Carbs54.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.38
Glycemic Load
20.31
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.360000239766%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
49.06mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:438.47kcal
21.92%
Fat:11.96g
18.41%
Saturated Fat:3.82g
23.85%
Carbohydrates:60.7g
20.23%
Net Carbohydrates:54.12g
19.68%
Sugar:12.85g
14.27%
Cholesterol:41.14mg
13.71%
Sodium:554.35mg
24.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:23.31g
46.63%
Selenium:48.11µg
68.73%
Manganese:1.02mg
50.93%
Phosphorus:315.04mg
31.5%
Vitamin B6:0.63mg
31.27%
Zinc:4.3mg
28.67%
Vitamin B3:5.72mg
28.6%
Fiber:6.58g
26.34%
Potassium:913.3mg
26.09%
Vitamin C:20.67mg
25.05%
Copper:0.48mg
23.87%
Iron:3.97mg
22.04%
Vitamin B12:1.32µg
21.99%
Magnesium:83.92mg
20.98%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.46%
Vitamin E:2.36mg
15.76%
Vitamin K:15.94µg
15.18%
Folate:57.74µg
14.43%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.84%
Calcium:127.96mg
12.8%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.63%
Vitamin A:378.92IU
7.58%