Dairy-Free Baked Ziti with Meatballs
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this **Dairy-Free Baked Ziti with Meatballs**, a crowd-pleasing pasta bake that's rich, hearty, and entirely dairy-free. This recipe features tender ziti pasta baked to perfection with juicy homemade meatballs, a savory tomato sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and basil, and a generous layer of dairy-free mozzarella shreds that melt beautifully in the oven. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like ground beef, fresh parsley, and crushed tomatoes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a hungry crowd. It's a delicious twist on the classic baked ziti, with creamy cheesiness and all the comfort you crave—without any dairy. Serve it with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete, satisfying meal that's sure to impress! **Dairy-free pasta bake**, **easy meatball recipe**, and **ziti with tomato sauce** are just a few reasons this dish will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons, chopped parsley
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon, dried basil
- 1 teaspoon, dried oregano
- 1.5 cups dairy-free mozzarella shreds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ziti pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, half of the chopped onion, 2 cloves of minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined. Form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, and remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Add the cooked meatballs to the tomato sauce, stirring to coat. Let simmer for another 5 minutes.
In a large baking dish, combine the cooked ziti with the tomato and meatball mixture. Stir to mix evenly.
Sprinkle dairy-free mozzarella shreds on top of the pasta evenly.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Dairy-Free Baked Ziti with Meatballs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 206.1 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.3 g | 516% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 541 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 8110 mg | 353% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 526.1 g | 191% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.0 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.5 g | ||
| Protein | 173.3 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 3033 mg | 233% | |
| Iron | 36.9 mg | 205% | |
| Potassium | 4196 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
