Quick Spinach-Ricotta Calzones

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Easy and delicious Quick Spinach-Ricotta Calzones recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can refrigerated dinner rolls , at room temperature
Cornmeal for rolling
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion , finely chopped
2 packages frozen chopped spinach , thawed and squeezed dry
2 large garlic cloves , minced
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper , to taste
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Olive oil , for brushing
Your favorite marinara-style pasta sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
282
Sugar
3g
Fat
14g
These Quick Spinach-Ricotta Calzones are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be made in just minutes using only a few ingredients. Filled with a delicious combination of spinach and three types of cheese, these calzones are packed with flavor and are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a delicious lunch or snack. They can also be customized by adding your favorite pizza toppings, such as mushrooms, olives, or peppers. Try making a batch of these calzones for dinner tonight and enjoy the convenience and deliciousness of this easy recipe.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.On a clean surface sprinkled with cornmeal, unroll the dough and separate it into the individual sections.
3.In a large pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion until soft.
4.Add in the spinach and garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and cook for a few minutes.
5.In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
6.Place a spoonful of the spinach mixture on one half of each section of dough, then top with a spoonful of the cheese mixture.
7.Fold the dough over and seal the edges, then brush with olive oil.
8.Bake for around 20 minutes or until golden brown.
9.Serve with a side of your favorite marina-style pasta sauce.

PROS

These calzones are quick and easy to make, and are a delicious vegetarian option for a weeknight dinner.

They are also perfect for meal prep and can be reheated for lunch or dinner throughout the week.

CONS

As with any cheese-filled dish, these calzones can be quite high in calories and fat if eaten in excess.

Enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is high in antioxidants and vitamins A and C, as well as being a good source of iron.
Ricotta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, and Parmesan cheese is high in minerals such as phosphorus and selenium.

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