Vegetable Rigatoni Delight
A delightful and colorful dish featuring a mix of fresh vegetables, whole wheat rigatoni, and melted mozzarella cheese, all seasoned with aromatic spices.
Ingredients
| 2 | red onions, halved and sliced |
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| 2 | red peppers (or yellow or green) |
| 1 | zucchini or yellow squash, halved and sliced |
| 4 1⁄2 | ounces whole wheat rigatoni (weight before cooking) |
| 2 | cups sliced mushrooms |
| 1 1⁄2 | teaspoons chicken bouillon (use vegetarian) |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon paprika |
| 1 1⁄2 | ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded |
Instructions
| 1. | In a 11" x 7" baking dish, combine the sliced red onions, colorful peppers, and sliced zucchini with 2 tablespoons of water. |
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| 2. | Cover the dish and microwave on High for 4 to 5 minutes, remembering to stir halfway through the cooking process. |
| 3. | Add the cooked rigatoni and the sliced mushrooms to the vegetables. |
| 4. | Toss the ingredients gently to combine them all, ensuring an even distribution of flavors. |
| 5. | Sprinkle the dish with the chicken bouillon and paprika. |
| 6. | Cover the dish again and microwave on High for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the vegetables reach the desired tenderness. |
| 7. | Sprinkle the dish with the shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese. |
| 8. | Uncover the dish and microwave on High for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is perfectly melted and gooey. |
| 9. | For a Vegetarian version, ensure you use a Vegetarian Chicken-flavored bouillon or opt for a Vegetable bouillon substitute. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 196 kcal |
| Protein | 10.2 g |
| Fat | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 35.9 g |
| Fiber | 5.8 g |
| Sugar | 6.9 g |
Published on Jul 19, 2024 by Luminița