Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mostaccioli

Vegetarian
Health score
17%
Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mostaccioli
75 min.
2
430kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mostaccioli, a vegetarian dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. Perfectly suited for a cozy lunch or a satisfying main course, this recipe combines the rich, aromatic essence of roasted garlic with the vibrant sweetness of ripe roma tomatoes. The slow roasting process enhances the natural flavors, creating a dish that is both comforting and sophisticated.

With just a handful of fresh ingredients, including fragrant basil and creamy feta or mozzarella, this mostaccioli dish is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the senses. The combination of al dente pasta tossed in a luscious garlic-infused oil, paired with the succulent roasted tomatoes, makes for a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Each bite is a celebration of simplicity and freshness, making it an ideal choice for both casual meals and special occasions.

Ready in just 75 minutes, this recipe serves two, making it perfect for a romantic dinner or a delightful lunch with a friend. With a caloric count of 430 kcal per serving, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your taste buds with this exquisite Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mostaccioli!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons basil dried fresh chopped
  • 0.5  garlic unpeeled
  • ounces mozzarella cheese crumbled cubed
  • ounces mostaccioli pasta uncooked
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  •  roma tomatoes cut in half (plum)
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • 2.5 tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 300F.
  2. Place aluminum foil on cookie sheet; generously brush with 1 tablespoon of the oil. Arrange tomato halves, cut sides up, in single layer on foil; brush with 2 teaspoons of the oil. Sprinkile with sugar, salt and pepper.
  3. Cut 1/2 inch off top of garlic bulb; drizzle 1 teaspoon of the oil over garlic bulb. Wrap in aluminum foil; place on cookie sheet with tomatoes.
  4. Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until garlic is soft when pierced with a knife and tomatoes have begun to shrivel; cool slightly.
  5. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  6. Squeeze garlic into remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil and mash until smooth; toss with pasta.
  7. Add tomato halves and basil; toss. Top with cheese.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories430kcal
Protein12.73%
Fat50.26%
Carbs37.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
119.55
Glycemic Load
14.98
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.458261002665%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.84mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:430.01kcal
21.5%
Fat:24.4g
37.54%
Saturated Fat:6.56g
41.01%
Carbohydrates:40.43g
13.48%
Net Carbohydrates:36.03g
13.1%
Sugar:5.76g
6.4%
Cholesterol:22.4mg
7.47%
Sodium:335.05mg
14.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.9g
27.8%
Vitamin K:110.55µg
105.29%
Manganese:0.96mg
48.04%
Selenium:31.93µg
45.62%
Iron:4.63mg
25.75%
Calcium:256.11mg
25.61%
Vitamin A:1255.07IU
25.1%
Phosphorus:222.79mg
22.28%
Vitamin C:17.25mg
20.91%
Magnesium:70.69mg
17.67%
Fiber:4.4g
17.62%
Vitamin E:2.59mg
17.27%
Potassium:520.17mg
14.86%
Copper:0.29mg
14.36%
Zinc:1.93mg
12.89%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.67%
Vitamin B12:0.65µg
10.77%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.5%
Folate:40.68µg
10.17%
Vitamin B3:1.69mg
8.46%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.5%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.73%