⏱ 55 min total

Mexican Baked Ziti

Name: Mexican Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 2 oz Whole wheat pasta; 3 oz Ground beef; ½ tbsp Taco seasoning mix; ¼ cup, chopped Red bell pepper; ¼ cup, chopped Onion; ⅛ cup Sweet corn; 3 tbsp Ricotta cheese; ¼ cup Tomatoes; ¼ dash Salt; ⅛ cup, shredded Cheddar cheese

Per 1 serving · 359 g · 10 ingredients

Calories

590

30%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
34g
22% of calories
Carbs
57g
38% of calories
Fat
27g
40% of calories

Portion

At a glance

One serving of Mexican Baked Ziti (359 g) has 590 calories, with 34 g of protein, 57 g of carbohydrates and 27 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (40% of calories). It is high in protein (67% DV), dietary fiber (37% DV) and Vitamin C (66% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 59% and 30% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

164cal

medium energy density

Protein per 100 cal

5.7g

Net carbs

47g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

10g

6.4 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein67%
Dietary fiber37%
Vitamin C66%
Thiamine66%
Riboflavin (B2)33%
Niacin48%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Vitamin A18%
Choline13%
Potassium15%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Saturated fat59%
Cholesterol30%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 15 minCook 40 min

1
Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat an 8x8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
2
Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain well and place in a large mixing bowl.
3
Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat and mist with nonstick spray. Add the ground beef and half the taco seasoning; cook, breaking it up, until mostly browned, about 5 minutes.
4
Stir in the bell pepper, onion, and corn; cook until the beef is fully cooked and vegetables begin to soften, about 4 minutes.
5
Off the heat, fold in the ricotta. Transfer the mixture to the bowl with pasta. Add the canned tomatoes, salt, the remaining taco seasoning, and half of the shredded cheese; mix until evenly combined.
6
Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.
7
Bake until hot throughout and the cheese is fully melted, about 15 minutes. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (359 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	162 μg	18%
Vitamin C	60 mg	66%
Vitamin D	0.2 μg	1%
Vitamin E	1 mg	8%
Vitamin K	6 μg	5%
Thiamine	1 mg	66%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg	33%
Niacin	8 mg	48%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	50%
Folate (B9)	85 μg	21%
Vitamin B12	2 μg	87%
Pantothenic acid	2 mg	31%
Choline	70 mg	13%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	292 mg	29%
Iron	5 mg	59%
Potassium	721 mg	15%
Magnesium	127 mg	30%
Phosphorus	480 mg	69%
Zinc	6 mg	57%
Copper	0.3 mg	36%
Manganese	2 mg	81%
Selenium	67 μg	121%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	2 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	10 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	3 g	—
Beta carotene	782 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.4 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	27 μg	—
Fructose	2 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	3 g	—
Glutamic acid	7 g	—
Glycine	2 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0.2 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	3 g	—
Lycopene	1,522 μg	—
Lysine	2 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	10 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	1 g	—
Proline	3 g	—
Retinol	88 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	1 g	—
Sucrose	1 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0.1 g	—
Total omega 6	0.2 g	—
Tryptophan	0.3 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	2 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0.2 μg	—

Burning 590 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

112min
Walking (3.5 mph)
71min
Cycling (moderate)
49min
Running (6 mph)
83min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Mexican Baked Ziti?

One serving of Mexican Baked Ziti (1 serving) has 590 calories, which works out to 164 calories per 100 g. That is about 30% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Mexican Baked Ziti high in protein?

It provides a solid 34 g of protein per serving (67% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 22% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Mexican Baked Ziti keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 47 g of net carbs and 38% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Mexican Baked Ziti?

416 mg per serving.

How much sugar is in Mexican Baked Ziti?

6.4 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (359 g)

Calories590

% Daily Value*

Total fat 27g	34%
Saturated fat 12g	59%
Trans fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 416mg	18%
Total carbohydrate 57g	21%
Dietary fiber 10g	37%
Total sugars 6.4g
Protein 34g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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