Vegan Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Vegan Stuffed Shells, a delightful plant-based dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of cashews, tofu, and spinach, then smothered in rich marinara sauce for a meal that’s both satisfying and wholesome. Not only are these stuffed shells incredibly easy to prepare, but they also offer versatility in flavors and ingredients, making them a favorite among both kids and adults. Enjoy this nutritious dish that’s sure to win over hearts at the dinner table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 stuffed shells per serving) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1/2 block firm tofu
- 16 jumbo shells (regular or gluten-free)
- 9 oz frozen spinach (thawed)
- 16 oz marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Califia Farms Oat Milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Soak cashews in boiling water for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook jumbo shells until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Blend soaked cashews, tofu, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and oat milk until smooth.
- Fold thawed spinach into the ricotta mixture.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce in a casserole dish. Fill each shell with the ricotta filling and arrange them in the dish. Top with the remaining sauce.
- Bake for 30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (215g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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