Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Marinara Sauce Recipe
Ready for a cozy dinner that feels fancy but actually saves you from kitchen chaos?
These vegan spinach and ricotta stuffed shells swim in tangy marinara, promising comfort without the dairy drama.
Soft pasta pockets hug creamy, herby filling like a warm hug on a rough day.
You’ll wow guests or just yourself with minimal effort and maximum flavor — because multitasking queens deserve easy, delicious meals.
This recipe balances fresh greens with cheesy vibes (vegan style) and a saucy finish that says, “I’ve got this.”
Get ready to impress without stress or sacrificing your plant-based principles—because dinner should always feel like a win.
Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Marinara Sauce Recipe
Vegan pasta shells stuffed with creamy spinach ricotta alternative, baked under rich marinara for a comforting plant-based meal.
Ingredients
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup vegan ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta shells until al dente, drain, and cool.
- Sauté garlic and spinach in olive oil until wilted.
- Mix vegan ricotta, sautéed spinach, nutritional yeast, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each shell with the filling and arrange in baking dish.
- Pour marinara over shells, cover with foil.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake 5 more minutes.
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 12 g
Vitamins and minerals (per serving)
- Calcium: 20%
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin A: 25%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Folate: 18%
Additional notes/tips to enhance flavor
- Add fresh basil on top before serving.
- Swap nutritional yeast for vegan parmesan for a sharper taste.
- Use homemade marinara for extra bragging rights.
- Let it rest 5 minutes post-baking for easier serving.
