Best 7 Spinach Tofu Manicotti Recipes

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Spinach tofu manicotti is a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. This dish is packed with protein and nutrients from the tofu and spinach, and it is also low in calories and fat. The manicotti are made with tofu that is blended with spinach, ricotta cheese, and spices, and then rolled up in pasta sheets. The manicotti are then baked in a tomato sauce until they are golden brown and bubbly. Spinach tofu manicotti is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a great option for those who are looking for a healthy and delicious vegetarian meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH AND TOFU MANICOTTI



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Treat your family with a classic Italian dinner! Enjoy this pasta made with tofu and spinach - ready in about an hour.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 uncooked manicotti
2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 (8-oz.) pkg. fat-free cream cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups frozen cut leaf spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain*
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (12.3-oz.) pkg. firm tofu, drained, cut into cubes
2 oz. (1/2 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Spread 1 cup of the spaghetti sauce in bottom of ungreased 12x8-inch (2-quart) baking dish.
  • In large bowl, combine cream cheese, basil and garlic powder; mix well. Add spinach, Parmesan cheese and tofu; mix with fork until texture resembles cottage cheese.
  • Stuff tofu mixture into cooked manicotti; arrange in baking dish over sauce. Top with remaining 1 cup sauce. Cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake at 350°F. for 25 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Uncover; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1/4 of Recipe, Sodium 1100 mg, Sugar 5 g

SPINACH TOFU MANICOTTI



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Make and share this spinach tofu manicotti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by crazymom

Categories     Manicotti

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fresh spinach, stems trimmed and well washed or 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed
kosher salt, plus 1/2 teaspoon
12 manicotti
3 cups marinara sauce
1 lb firm tofu, drain and crumble to resemble ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (or a mixture of half Pecorino and Parmesan)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, diced

Steps:

  • bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, and season generously with salt.
  • Fill a medium bowl with ice water and season with salt, as well.
  • Boil the spinach, uncovered, until tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Remove with a slotted spoon, (do not drain), and immediately plunge the spinach into the ice water.
  • Drain and squeeze the excess water from the spinach, and finely chop.
  • Alternatively, if using thawed spinach, simply squeeze, and finely chop.
  • In the same large pot of boiling water, cook the pasta shells until al dente, tender but still slightly firm.
  • Drain and pat dry.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cover the bottom of a 9- x 13-inch ovenproof baking dish with 1 cup of the marinara sauce.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, evenly combine the tofu, mozzarella, and 1/3 cup of the Parmesan, the eggs, and the spinach.
  • Season with the 1/2 teaspoon salt, nutmeg, and pepper to taste.
  • Spoon the cheese mixture into the manicotti shell and line them up in the baking dish.
  • Cover with the remaining sauce.
  • Scatter the remaining cheese on top and dot with the butter.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

SPINACH AND CHEESE MANICOTTI RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: manicotti shells, shredded italian cheese blend, ricotta cheese, frozen cut spinach, cream cheese, grated parmesan cheese, himalayan sea salt, pepper, dry parsley flakes, dry oregano, dry basil, garlic powder, onion powder, marinara sauce, fresh thyme

Provided by Sarah LaDue

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 box manicotti shells, follow box directions to prepare
12 cups shredded italian cheese blend
11 containers ricotta cheese, 15 oz (425 G)
1 bag frozen cut spinach
4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
½ cup grated parmesan cheese, (reserve ¼ cup for serving)
½ teaspoon himalayan sea salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon dry parsley flakes
¾ tablespoon dry oregano
½ tablespoon dry basil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 ½ jars marinara sauce, (can serve with extra) 24 oz (680 G)
¼ teaspoon fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Cook manicotti al dente. Then, rinse pasta with cool water and drain well.
  • Stir together all the spinach blend ingredients in a separate bowl and set aside.
  • In the bottom of an ungreased 13x9 (3 qt) glass baking dish, spread 1 ½ cups (390 G) pasta sauce along the bottom.
  • Spoon spinach mixture into a piping or a gallon-size Ziploc bag. Snip 1 inch (2.5 cm) off the corner - you want it big enough to fill the manicotti and be able to let all the ingredients pass through without clogging the piping hole.
  • Hold a manicotti shell in your hand and squeeze the filling inside the shell. Let it overflow just a bit on both sides.
  • Place the filled shells into the bottom of the pan: if you run out of room in your pan, use a separate smaller pan to accommodate the extra.
  • Cover the pan tightly with foil and bake for about 30 minutes or until the sauce is bubbling.
  • Uncover dish and top with more sauce. Then, sprinkle remaining ½ cup Italian cheese blend on top of the sauce.
  • Bake uncovered for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  • Sprinkle with thyme and add some fresh chives (optional) upon serving. Serve hot.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1099 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 87 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 61 grams, Sugar 6 grams

TOFU MANICOTTI



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To create a light main course, I borrowed bits from different recipes, including my mom's lasagna. No one suspects that the creamy filling is made with tofu. It's easy to prepare, and my toddlers love it. -Carolyn Diana of Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups meatless spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/3 cup finely shredded zucchini
1/4 cup finely shredded carrot
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 package (12.3 ounces) silken firm tofu
1 cup 1% cottage cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
10 uncooked manicotti shells

Steps:

  • Combine the spaghetti sauce, tomatoes, zucchini, carrot and Italian seasoning; spread 3/4 cup into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Combine the tofu and cheeses; stuff into uncooked manicotti shells. Place over spaghetti sauce; top with remaining sauce. , Cover and bake at 375° for 50-55 minutes or until noodles are tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 885mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH CHEESE MANICOTTI



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My husband says this dish is restaurant quality. It can be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator overnight. Very filling and great served with a salad and garlic bread.

Provided by Ernie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
½ cup minced onion
1 egg
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
1 ½ cups water
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, onion and egg. Season with parsley, pepper and garlic powder. Mix in 1 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan. In a separate bowl, stir together spaghetti sauce and water.
  • Spread 1 cup sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with ricotta mixture, and arrange in a single layer in the dish. Cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until noodles are soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1409.9 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

OVERNIGHT SPINACH MANICOTTI



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A friend gave me an awesome recipe for manicotti...and I set out to make it a little healthier. Now, whether we have company, my husband asks me to serve this. Even our 2-year-old son loves it! -Tonya Fitzgerald of West Monroe, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 large egg whites
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4-1/2 cups meatless spaghetti sauce
3/4 cup water
1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, spinach, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, egg whites, parsley, salt, onion powder, pepper and garlic powder. Combine spaghetti sauce and water; spread 1 cup in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with ricotta mixture; arrange over tomato sauce. Top with remaining sauce. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30- minutes before baking. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH AND TOFU MANICOTTI



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Number Of Ingredients 9

8 uncooked manicotti shells
2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 (8-ounce) package fat-free cream cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups frozen cut leaf spinach thawed, well drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (12-ounce) package firm tofu drained
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook manicotti to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain cover to keep warm.2. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Spread 1 cup of the spaghetti sauce in bottom of ungreased 12x8-inch (2-quart) baking dish.3. In large bowl, combine cream cheese, basil and garlic powder mix well. Add spinach, Parmesan cheese and tofu mix with fork until texture resembles cottage cheese.4. Stuff tofu mixture into each cooked manicotti arrange in baking dish over sauce. Top with remaining 1 cup sauce. Cover tightly with foil.5. Bake at 350°F. for 25 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Remove foil sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1/4 of Recipe * Calories: 400 * Calories from Fat: 100 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 11 g 17% * Saturated Fat: 4 g 20% * Cholesterol: 20 mg 7% * Sodium: 1100 mg 46% * Total Carbohydrate: 45 g 15% * Dietary Fiber: 5 g 20% * Sugars: 5 g * Protein: 30 g * Vitamin A: 70% * Vitamin C: 20% * Calcium: 70% * Iron: 25% * Dietary Exchanges: 3 Starch, 3 Lean Meat or 3 Carbohydrate, 3 Lean Meat

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Prepare the tofu properly: Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and then crumble it. This will help it absorb the flavors of the spinach and ricotta filling.
  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach will give the manicotti a vibrant green color and a delicious flavor.
  • Don't overcook the manicotti: The manicotti should be cooked until they are tender but still slightly firm to the bite.
  • Serve with a flavorful sauce: A simple marinara sauce or a creamy Alfredo sauce would both be delicious with these manicotti.

Conclusion:

Spinach tofu manicotti is a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The manicotti are filled with a creamy spinach and ricotta filling and then baked in a flavorful sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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