Lighter Lemony Pasta and Spinach Bake

A healthy vegetarian pasta bake featuring broccoli, spinach, and a zesty mustard and parmesan cheese sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 459 kcals 1836 kcals
Carbohydrates 63 grams 252 grams
Fat 11 grams 44 grams
Protein 24 grams 96 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
300
ml
100
g
Parmesan
finely grated, or vegetarian alternative
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
finely grated zest only
GrainsCereals
300
g
Macaroni
dried
1
tbsp
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
thinly sliced
2
piece
1
to taste
1
to taste
Black Pepper
freshly ground
OilsFats
10
ml
Olive Oil
2 tsp used in pan
5
ml
Olive Oil
1 tsp for dressing
Vegetables
200
g
Broccoli
cut into small florets
100
g
Baby Spinach
thicker stems removed
2
stalk
Spring Onions
outer leaves removed, thinly sliced
1
handful
Mixed Salad Leaves
for serving

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Boil the macaroni for 6 minutes.
  • Add broccoli for another 2 minutes, then add spinach and stand for 2 minutes before draining.
  • Fry the spring onions and garlic in oil for 4 minutes total.
  • Stir in flour for 2 minutes, then slowly whisk in milk and bay leaves.
  • Simmer for 3 minutes until thickened and remove bay leaves.
  • Stir in mustard, lemon zest, and 75g of cheese.
  • Combine pasta, vegetables, and sauce in a dish.
  • Top with remaining cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve with lemon-dressed salad leaves.