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A dish of vegan baked ziti in a white casserole dish, topped with melted cheese and fresh basil leaves, placed on a wooden board with a green-striped cloth underneath.
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Vegan Baked Ziti

Discover the best vegan baked ziti! Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, it’s the perfect comfort dish for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: main dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: baked ziti, vegan pasta bake
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Carlos Bly

Ingredients

Pasta:

  • Ziti pasta: 12 oz
  • Salt: 1 tsp

Sauce:

  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp
  • Garlic: 4 cloves minced
  • Crushed tomatoes: 28 oz
  • Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
  • Dried oregano & basil: 1 tsp each
  • Salt & black pepper: ½ tsp & ¼ tsp

Vegan Ricotta:

  • Firm tofu: 14 oz crumbled
  • Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
  • Nutritional yeast: 3 tbsp
  • Garlic powder: 1 tsp

Assembly:

  • Vegan mozzarella: 1 cup
  • Fresh basil: 2 tbsp chopped

Instructions

Cook Pasta:

  • Boil ziti until al dente, drain, and set aside.

Make Sauce:

  • Sauté garlic in olive oil, add tomatoes, tomato paste, spices, and simmer for 10 mins.

Prepare Ricotta:

  • Blend tofu, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and salt until creamy.

Assemble:

  • Layer sauce, pasta, ricotta, and mozzarella in a baking dish. Repeat layers and top with mozzarella.

Bake:

  • Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 mins. Remove foil and bake 10 mins more.

Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy warm!

Notes

Nutrition Information (per serving):
  • Calories: 350 | Fat: 10g | Carbs: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fiber: 6g
Perfect for a simple, hearty, and plant-based comfort meal! 🌱