Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce
Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce brings tender pasta coated in a lush, herby tomato sauce with nutty Parmesan melting over every bite. The basil-forward pesto adds a fresh, aromatic depth to the bright tomato base, creating a comforting bowl that feels both simple and special. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal with a green salad on the side.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 81 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Food
- 3 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 53
- Heart Health
- 70
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 17
- Inflammatory
- 37
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti pasta and cook until slightly firm, about 8 minutes. Drain.
- 2
Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the pesto and basil tomato sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer, and season with salt to taste. (Alternatively, heat the sauce in a covered microwave-safe bowl on high for one minute.)
- 3
Place the pasta in a large serving bowl. Toss with the pesto-tomato sauce. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 291.95 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 12.17 g Good Source 24%
- Carbohydrate 52.63 g 19%
- Total Fat 4.24 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 1.57 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 7.3 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 314.89 mg Moderate 14%
- Dietary Fiber 5.06 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 7.99 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 129.64 mg Low Source 10%
- Iron 2.94 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 386.52 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin A 3.4 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.42 mg Low Source 0%
- 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
Ziti in Tomato Basil Pesto Sauce is made with 5 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Grated Parmesan Cheese, Pesto, Salt, and Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce. Each serving provides about 291.95 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Grated Parmesan Cheese, Pesto, Salt, Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce, Ziti Pasta. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce?
- About 25 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 291.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce healthy?
- Ziti in Tomato-Basil Pesto Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 291.95 calories and 12.17 g of protein, or 24% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 314.89 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.57 g (8% 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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