Mostaccioli with Eggplant Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
15%
Mostaccioli with Eggplant Sauce
45 min.
2
198kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful vegetarian dish that brings together rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, our Mostaccioli with Eggplant Sauce is a must-try! This enticing recipe combines tender, flavorful eggplant with sautéed onion and garlic, creating a savory sauce that perfectly coats the mostaccioli pasta. With a medley of fresh basil, tangy red wine vinegar, and creamy feta cheese, each bite offers a burst of Mediterranean goodness that is both satisfying and nourishing.

Not only does this dish captivate the taste buds, but it also comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer for your next gathering. Whether served as a side dish, starter, or snack, the harmonious blend of ingredients ensures that your dining experience is both delightful and nutritious. With only 198 calories per serving, you can indulge without guilt! Perfect for anyone looking to explore plant-based options or simply enjoy a comforting bowl of pasta, this Mostaccioli with Eggplant Sauce is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen repertoire.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delicious and healthful meal. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon basil fresh shredded
  • 0.1 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • cup eggplant cubed peeled
  • 0.3 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup no-salt-added chicken broth undiluted canned
  • ounces mostaccioli pasta uncooked thin
  • tablespoons onion chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoons red wine vinegar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes peeled seeded chopped
  • 0.3 cup no-salt-added tomato sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Coat a small nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat until hot.
  3. Add onion and garlic; saute 2 minutes or until tender.
  4. Add eggplant and next 6 ingredients; cook, uncovered, over medium heat 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Remove from heat, and keep warm.
  6. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
  7. Place pasta in a serving bowl.
  8. Add eggplant mixture and cheese mixture; toss gently.
  9. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories198kcal
Protein17.77%
Fat22.76%
Carbs59.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
170.5
Glycemic Load
10.4
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.01260875619%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
35.13mg
Naringenin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:197.63kcal
9.88%
Fat:5.09g
7.83%
Saturated Fat:2.72g
17.03%
Carbohydrates:29.93g
9.98%
Net Carbohydrates:26.6g
9.67%
Sugar:4.8g
5.34%
Cholesterol:16.69mg
5.56%
Sodium:527.62mg
22.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.94g
17.88%
Selenium:21.42µg
30.6%
Manganese:0.52mg
26.06%
Phosphorus:169.14mg
16.91%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.21%
Fiber:3.33g
13.33%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.1%
Potassium:429.44mg
12.27%
Calcium:122.72mg
12.27%
Vitamin C:9.83mg
11.91%
Vitamin A:587.66IU
11.75%
Vitamin B3:2.31mg
11.54%
Copper:0.23mg
11.29%
Vitamin K:11.11µg
10.58%
Magnesium:36.37mg
9.09%
Zinc:1.25mg
8.36%
Folate:31.31µg
7.83%
Iron:1.31mg
7.26%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.76%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.26%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.76%
Vitamin E:0.85mg
5.65%
Source:My Recipes