Vegan Stuffed Shells
If you’re in search of a comforting and satisfying meal, these Vegan Stuffed Shells are the perfect dish! Bursting with flavor and made from wholesome ingredients, this plant-based recipe offers a rich and creamy filling without any animal products. The combination of nutty cashews, savory tofu, and fresh spinach creates a delicious experience that will impress everyone at the table. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these stuffed shells are easy to prepare and can be customized based on your preferences. Serve them with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that nourishes both body and soul!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1/2 block firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Califia Farms Oat Milk
- 9oz package frozen spinach, thawed
- 16 jumbo shells (regular or gluten-free)
- 16oz of your favorite marinara sauce
- optional: fresh basil, roughly chopped
- optional: dairy-free cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Soak cashews in boiling water for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente.
- Blend soaked cashews with tofu, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and oat milk until smooth.
- Fold thawed spinach into the filling mixture.
- Fill each shell with the creamy mixture and place them in a casserole dish lined with half of the marinara sauce.
- Cover stuffed shells with remaining marinara sauce and bake at 350°F for about 30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stuffed shells (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://quickmealhouse.com/vegan-stuffed-shells/