Slow Cooker
Hearty Cheesy and Broccoli Pasta Bake
Italian Salad
Ingredients
- 2 fresh plant-based burger patties, crumbled
- 4 oz ziti pasta
- ½ (12-oz) pkg broccoli florets
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ (14.5-oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 2 Tbsp sliced fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook plant-based patties in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly; drain and transfer to a 3- to 4-quart slow cooker.
- Stir in pasta, broccoli, marinara sauce, tomatoes, broth, water, garlic, and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese.
- Cover and cook on LOW 5 hours or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with basil.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1½ tsp red wine vinegar
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp pepper
- ½ (10-oz) pkg chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 Roma tomato, thinly sliced
- ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
Side Dish Instructions
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber; toss.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 3 | 3 | |
| Calories |
467
|
60
|
527
|
| Fat (g) | 21 | 5 | 26 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| Protein (g) | 27 | 1 | 28 |
| Carb (g) | 45 | 4 | 49 |
| Fiber (g) | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| Sodium (mg) | 893 | 101 | 994 |
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