Vegan Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe

Craving a comforting and satisfying Italian-inspired meal, but sticking to a plant-based diet? Look no further! This Vegan Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells recipe is the perfect solution. It’s packed with flavor, relatively easy to make, and guaranteed to impress both vegans and non-vegans alike.

Why you’ll love this recipe:

• It’s completely vegan, using plant-based ricotta and other dairy-free alternatives.
• It’s bursting with flavor from the spinach, herbs, and rich tomato sauce.
• It’s a crowd-pleaser, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
• It’s customizable! Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or spices.

Ingredients:

• 1 box jumbo pasta shells
• 1 package (15 oz) vegan ricotta cheese
• 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine vegan ricotta, spinach, nutritional yeast, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
4. Stuff each cooked shell with the ricotta mixture and arrange in the baking dish.
5. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.
6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
7. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.

Tips and Variations:

• To make your own vegan ricotta, blend soaked cashews with lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and garlic.
• Add chopped mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers to the spinach mixture for extra vegetables.
• For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.
• Sprinkle with vegan parmesan cheese before baking for a cheesy topping.

Enjoy your delicious and easy Vegan Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells! This recipe is a great way to enjoy classic Italian flavors while maintaining a plant-based lifestyle. Don’t forget to share your culinary creations with us using #veganstuffedshells!

Ingredients:
jumbo pasta shells, vegan ricotta cheese, frozen spinach, nutritional yeast, fresh basil, garlic, salt, black pepper, marinara sauce

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