Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita
Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita combines tender cubes of eggplant simmered in a bright, herby tomato sauce with hearty ziti for a balanced, comforting bite. Roasted red peppers add subtle sweetness, while buttery, Parmesan-dusted pita rounds make a crisp, cheesy side. Serve this cozy pasta for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal with friends.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 79
- Metabolic
- 53
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the eggplant for about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, basil, pepper, and sugar. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes. Mix the roasted red peppers into the skillet with the eggplant mixture. Continue cooking until the eggplant matches the consistency of the rest of the sauce.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the ziti pasta to the pot, cook for 9 to 11 minutes until slightly firm, and drain. Serve the eggplant and tomato sauce over the cooked ziti.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Open the pitas and spread the insides evenly with butter. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. I like to make a light sprinkling of paprika across each piece. Heat the pitas in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Use to scoop up the eggplant sauce, or eat separately.
- Calories 524.78 kcal High 26%
- Protein 16.23 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 91.06 g 33%
- Total Fat 11.73 g Moderate 15%
- Saturated Fat 4.15 g High 21%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 14.11 mg Low Source 5%
- Sodium 837.2 mg High 36%
- Dietary Fiber 9.27 g Good Source 33%
- Total Sugars 13.49 g --
- Added Sugars 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 122.12 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 5.2 mg Good Source 29%
- Potassium 730.78 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin A 17.21 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 12.34 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita is made with 13 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Crushed Tomatoes, and Eggplant. Each serving provides about 524.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Crushed Tomatoes, Eggplant, Fresh Basil. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 524.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita healthy?
- Eggplant and Tomato Ziti with Cheesy Pita has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 524.78 calories and 16.23 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 837.2 mg (36% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.15 g (21% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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