Rigatoni with Eggplant, Mushrooms and Goat Cheese

Vegetarian
Health score
34%
Rigatoni with Eggplant, Mushrooms and Goat Cheese
55 min.
6
548kcal

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This rigatoni with eggplant, mushrooms, and goat cheese is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cozy night in. The combination of tender eggplant, earthy mushrooms, and creamy goat cheese creates a rich and satisfying pasta experience. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet without sacrificing taste. The addition of kalamata olives adds a briny kick to the sauce, while the crushed red pepper provides a subtle hint of heat. The end result is a well-balanced and comforting meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and content.

With a prep time of just 55 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend get-together with friends. It's a great dish to make when you're looking for something a little different from your usual pasta routine. The combination of flavors and textures in this rigatoni dish is sure to impress both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. So, if you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy pasta, give this rigatoni with eggplant, mushrooms, and goat cheese a try!

Ingredients

  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes crushed canned
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • teaspoon thyme dried
  •  eggplant cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • ounce mushrooms fresh coarsely chopped
  • ounce mushrooms fresh coarsely chopped
  • cloves garlic sliced
  • ounces goat cheese cut into large chunks
  • 15  kalamata olives pitted chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • large onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 16 ounce rigatoni 
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium low heat.
  4. Saute onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium high. Stir in mushrooms, and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the eggplant, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken broth and olives. Season with thyme, salt and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 minutes, or until eggplant is tender. Toss with pasta and goat cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories548kcal
Protein16.14%
Fat29.59%
Carbs54.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.5
Glycemic Load
27.22
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.887826214666%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
65.41mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
1.25mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
5.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:548.05kcal
27.4%
Fat:18.5g
28.46%
Saturated Fat:7.02g
43.91%
Carbohydrates:76.33g
25.44%
Net Carbohydrates:67.49g
24.54%
Sugar:13.58g
15.09%
Cholesterol:17.78mg
5.93%
Sodium:1136.37mg
49.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:22.71g
45.41%
Selenium:57.35µg
81.93%
Manganese:1.26mg
62.99%
Copper:1.07mg
53.5%
Phosphorus:375.87mg
37.59%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.97%
Fiber:8.85g
35.38%
Vitamin B3:6.41mg
32.05%
Vitamin B6:0.59mg
29.56%
Potassium:1032.66mg
29.5%
Iron:4.37mg
24.28%
Magnesium:94.62mg
23.65%
Vitamin B5:2.34mg
23.38%
Vitamin E:3.49mg
23.26%
Vitamin C:17.68mg
21.44%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.37%
Folate:70.55µg
17.64%
Vitamin K:17.86µg
17.01%
Zinc:2.37mg
15.82%
Vitamin A:763.79IU
15.28%
Calcium:140.31mg
14.03%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.02%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.77%
Source:Allrecipes