Description
Tuna Baked Ziti is the ultimate comfort food, seamlessly blending perfectly cooked pasta with creamy ricotta, savory tuna, and a rich marinara sauce. Topped with gooey melted mozzarella and baked until golden brown, this hearty dish transforms pantry staples into a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, Tuna Baked Ziti is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (ziti or penne)
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (basil or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, mix drained tuna, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Fold in the cooked pasta until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg