Easy Healthy Meatless Manicotti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Easy Healthy Meatless Manicotti with flavorful tomato and basil pasta sauce
in Pasta

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese , shredded
16 ounces fat-free cottage cheese
10 ounces frozen spinach , chopped , thawed , drained , and squeezed dry
1/4 cup parmesan cheese , grated
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces manicotti ( approx . 14 )
26 ounces tomato and basil pasta sauce ( or your favorite )
1 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
7
Calories
325
Sugar
15g
Fat
9g
This easy Meatless Manicotti recipe is perfect for vegetarians or anyone looking for a healthy alternative to traditional meat-filled manicotti dishes. The spinach and cheese filling is flavorful and satisfying, while the tomato and basil pasta sauce adds a burst of tangy flavor. This dish is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for a healthy weeknight meal, potluck, or dinner party. It pairs well with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.In a large bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, spinach, parmesan cheese, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
3.Stuff each uncooked manicotti shell with the cheese and spinach mixture.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together the pasta sauce and water.
5.Pour 1 cup of the sauce mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.Arrange the stuffed manicotti in the dish, then pour the remaining sauce mixture on top.
7.Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
8.Uncover the dish, then bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This meatless manicotti is a delicious and healthy vegetarian option that is easy to make.
It is also low in fat and calories compared to traditional manicotti dishes.

CONS

Some people might be disappointed that this dish does not contain meat.
Additionally, it can be time-consuming to stuff the manicotti shells by hand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This meatless manicotti dish is a good source of protein from the cheese and spinach. It is also low in fat and calories compared to traditional manicotti dishes. The spinach in this dish is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as iron and calcium.

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