Tofu & spinach cannelloni

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Popular
Health score
100%
Tofu & spinach cannelloni
85 min.
6
368kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Tofu & Spinach Cannelloni—a dish that seamlessly blends flavor and health in every bite! Perfect for vegetarians and vegans alike, this recipe boasts a health score of 100, ensuring that not only is it a treat for your taste buds, but also a nourishing addition to your meal plan.

Imagine layers of al dente lasagne sheets enveloping a rich, velvety filling of silky tofu and vibrant spinach, perfectly seasoned with a hint of nutmeg. This dish is not just a feast for the senses; it is also designed to be dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions. The cannelloni is generously topped with a homemade tomato sauce that adds a burst of flavor, complemented by crunchy pine nuts and crispy breadcrumbs for an irresistible finish.

With a preparation time of just 85 minutes, you can serve this impressive main course for lunch or dinner, impressing your family and friends without spending all day in the kitchen. At only 368 calories per serving and packed with wholesome ingredients, this dish is a testament that healthy eating can be delicious and satisfying. Get ready to enjoy a meal that’s as delightful to eat as it is to share—let’s dive into this healthy, popular, and oh-so-satisfying Tofu & Spinach Cannelloni!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil 
  •  onion chopped
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • 800 canned tomatoes chopped canned
  • 50 pinenuts roughly chopped
  • 400 pkt spinach 
  • pinch nutmeg grated
  • 349 silken tofu 
  • 300 lasagna sheets fresh
  • tbsp breadcrumbs fresh

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • immersion blender

Directions

  1. Heat half the oil in a pan, add onion and 1/3 of the garlic and fry for 4 mins until softened.
  2. Pour in tomatoes, season and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and cook for 10 mins until sauce thickens.
  3. Heat half remaining oil in a frying pan and cook another 1/3 of garlic for 1 min, then add half the pine nuts and the spinach. Wilt spinach, then tip out excess liquid. Whizz tofu in a food processor or with a hand blender until smooth, then stir through the spinach with the nutmeg and some pepper.
  4. Remove from the heat; allow to cool slightly.
  5. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas
  6. Pour half tomato sauce into a 20 x 30cm dish. Divide spinach mix between lasagne sheets, roll up and lay on top of sauce.
  7. Pour over remaining sauce.
  8. Bake for 30 mins.
  9. Mix crumbs with remaining garlic and pine nuts.
  10. Sprinkle over top of dish, drizzle with remaining oil and bake for 10 mins until crumbs are golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories368kcal
Protein15.48%
Fat33.15%
Carbs51.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.83
Glycemic Load
3.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
33.947826230008%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.5mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
4.38mg
Myricetin
0.26mg
Quercetin
6.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368.11kcal
18.41%
Fat:14.16g
21.78%
Saturated Fat:1.65g
10.32%
Carbohydrates:49.37g
16.46%
Net Carbohydrates:44.33g
16.12%
Sugar:8.46g
9.4%
Cholesterol:36.5mg
12.17%
Sodium:294.65mg
12.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.88g
29.76%
Vitamin K:336.91µg
320.86%
Vitamin A:6564.59IU
131.29%
Manganese:1.96mg
98.19%
Folate:248.29µg
62.07%
Vitamin B1:0.67mg
44.63%
Vitamin C:32.9mg
39.87%
Iron:6.57mg
36.5%
Magnesium:145.5mg
36.37%
Copper:0.71mg
35.27%
Potassium:1053.09mg
30.09%
Vitamin E:4.48mg
29.86%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.86%
Phosphorus:259.78mg
25.98%
Vitamin B3:4.8mg
24.02%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
21.98%
Fiber:5.04g
20.18%
Calcium:157.68mg
15.77%
Zinc:2.31mg
15.41%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.76%
Selenium:3.51µg
5.02%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.97%