YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Roasted Vegetable Protein Pasta Bake
Enjoy a hearty, comforting bake with tender whole wheat pasta, roasted vegetables, and a creamy blend of low-fat cottage cheese and nutritional yeast, boosted with protein-packed chickpeas. This dish offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, from the caramelized veggies to the savory, lightly cheesy sauce baked to perfection.
INGREDIENTS
2 ounces Whole Wheat Penne Pasta
1/2 cup Roasted Chickpeas
1/2 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
1 cup Mixed Roasted Vegetables (Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Red Onions)
1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
PREPARATION
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Cook the whole wheat penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the vegetables by chopping bell peppers, zucchini, and red onions into bite-size pieces. Toss with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast on a baking sheet for about 20 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
If not already roasted, rinse and drain canned chickpeas, then pat dry. For extra crunch and flavor, you can roast the chickpeas with your favorite seasonings for 10 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, roasted vegetables, roasted chickpeas, low-fat cottage cheese, tomato sauce, and nutritional yeast. Stir gently until evenly mixed.
Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the dish is heated through and the top begins to set.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.