Easy Meatless Manicotti

Health score
42%
Easy Meatless Manicotti
45 min.
7
354kcal

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If you're looking for a deliciously comforting meal that's both satisfying and meatless, then this Easy Meatless Manicotti recipe is sure to become a family favorite! Packed with rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, this dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family lunch or a more elaborate dinner party. The combination of creamy cottage cheese, savory spinach, and melty mozzarella creates a delightful filling that is encased in tender manicotti shells, all generously topped with a zesty tomato-basil sauce.

Not only is this recipe easy to prepare, but it also requires just 45 minutes from start to finish, making it a convenient choice for busy weeknights. With each serving clocking in at 354 calories, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt! Plus, it's versatile enough to be served as a main course or a delightful side dish.

This Easy Meatless Manicotti is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s also loaded with nutrients, thanks to the spinach and cottage cheese. Whether you’re a vegetarian or just looking to incorporate more meatless meals into your diet, this dish offers a satisfying and comforting option that's sure to impress everyone at the table. Get ready to dive into a plate full of cheesy, saucy goodness that will have your loved ones coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 16 ounce nonfat cottage cheese fat-free
  • ounce manicotti shells (14 shells)
  • 1.5 teaspoons oregano dried
  • ounce parmesan fresh grated
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded divided
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 10 ounce spinach frozen dry thawed drained chopped
  • 26 ounce tomato basil sauce fat-free
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Combine 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, cottage cheese, and the next 5 ingredients (through black pepper) in a medium bowl. Spoon about 3 tablespoons cheese mixture into each uncooked manicotti.
  3. Pour half of tomato-basil pasta sauce into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange stuffed shells in a single layer over sauce, and top with the remaining sauce.
  4. Pour 1 cup water into dish.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella evenly over sauce. Cover tightly with foil.
  6. Bake at 375 for 1 hour or until shells are tender.
  7. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories354kcal
Protein26.7%
Fat24.79%
Carbs48.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.14
Glycemic Load
9.78
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.987391150516%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:353.9kcal
17.7%
Fat:9.66g
14.86%
Saturated Fat:4.57g
28.56%
Carbohydrates:42.53g
14.18%
Net Carbohydrates:36.75g
13.36%
Sugar:10.33g
11.47%
Cholesterol:28.03mg
9.34%
Sodium:1019.18mg
44.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.41g
46.82%
Vitamin K:154.06µg
146.72%
Vitamin A:5581.08IU
111.62%
Selenium:34.6µg
49.42%
Calcium:458.01mg
45.8%
Phosphorus:383.06mg
38.31%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.56%
Fiber:5.78g
23.12%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.8%
Potassium:675.42mg
19.3%
Folate:74.62µg
18.65%
Magnesium:65.53mg
16.38%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.4%
Iron:2.16mg
12.02%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.21%
Copper:0.19mg
9.5%
Vitamin E:1.35mg
9%
Vitamin C:7.29mg
8.84%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.85%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.03%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.16%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.58%
Source:My Recipes