Ziti Baked with Spinach, Tomatoes, and Smoked Gouda

Very Healthy
Health score
66%
Ziti Baked with Spinach, Tomatoes, and Smoked Gouda
45 min.
5
367kcal

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Are you looking for a delectable yet healthy dish that the whole family will love? Look no further than this delightful Ziti Baked with Spinach, Tomatoes, and Smoked Gouda! Bursting with vibrant flavors and loaded with nutritious ingredients, this recipe transforms a classic comfort food into a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this dish is the combination of tender ziti pasta, sautéed onions, and colorful bell peppers, all enrobed in a rich tomato sauce that’s enhanced with the bold flavors of freshly minced garlic and Italian-seasoned diced tomatoes. The addition of fresh baby spinach not only adds a lovely pop of color but also packs a nutritional punch, making this a great way to sneak in more greens into your family’s diet.

What really sets this baked ziti apart is the generous use of smoked Gouda cheese. Its creamy, smoky nuances elevate the dish to a whole new level, providing a melty, satisfying topping that will have everyone going back for seconds. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight or as a hearty side dish at your next gathering. With only 367 calories per serving and a health score of 66, you can enjoy it without any guilt. Let’s dive into this deliciously wholesome meal!

Ingredients

  • cups baby spinach 
  • 10 ounce canned tomatoes diced italian canned (such as Rotel Bold )
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes diced with basil, garlic, and oregano canned
  •  garlic clove minced
  • ounces gouda cheese smoked shredded divided
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cup onion chopped
  • cup bell pepper yellow chopped
  • ounces ziti uncooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  3. Drain well.
  4. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  5. Add onion and pepper; saut 5 minutes.
  6. Add garlic to pan; saut 2 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add spinach to pan; cook 30 seconds or until spinach wilts, stirring frequently.
  8. Remove from heat.
  9. Add pasta and 3/4 cup cheese to tomato mixture, tossing well to combine. Spoon pasta mixture into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish lightly coated with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  10. Bake at 375 for 15 minutes or until cheese melts and begins to brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories367kcal
Protein17.71%
Fat28.25%
Carbs54.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.8
Glycemic Load
17.57
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.548695831195%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.49mg
Isorhamnetin
1.6mg
Kaempferol
1.75mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
7.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:367.46kcal
18.37%
Fat:11.84g
18.21%
Saturated Fat:5.6g
34.98%
Carbohydrates:50.97g
16.99%
Net Carbohydrates:45.5g
16.54%
Sugar:9.43g
10.48%
Cholesterol:32.32mg
10.77%
Sodium:439.47mg
19.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.7g
33.41%
Vitamin K:125.82µg
119.83%
Vitamin C:77.14mg
93.5%
Vitamin A:2769.15IU
55.38%
Manganese:0.99mg
49.74%
Selenium:34.36µg
49.08%
Phosphorus:315.92mg
31.59%
Calcium:292.89mg
29.29%
Copper:0.48mg
23.82%
Folate:92.62µg
23.15%
Potassium:793.53mg
22.67%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.65%
Fiber:5.47g
21.88%
Magnesium:86.23mg
21.56%
Iron:3.36mg
18.69%
Vitamin E:2.75mg
18.35%
Zinc:2.37mg
15.82%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.15%
Vitamin B3:2.98mg
14.88%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.26%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.94%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.28%
Source:My Recipes