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Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells⏱ 75 min total
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Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells

Per 1 serving · 567 g · 11 ingredients

Calories
1,085
54%
of a 2,000 cal day
  • Protein
    39g
    14% of calories
  • Carbs
    121g
    42% of calories
  • Fat
    56g
    44% of calories
Portion

At a glance

One serving of Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells (567 g) has 1085 calories, with 39 g of protein, 121 g of carbohydrates and 56 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (44% of calories). It is high in protein (78% DV), dietary fiber (42% DV) and Vitamin A (61% DV). Keep an eye on sodium and saturated fat, which provide 77% and 47% of the daily value.

Per 100 g
191cal
medium energy density
Protein per 100 cal
3.6g
Net carbs
109g
carbs minus fiber
Fiber
12g
22 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

  • Protein78%
  • Dietary fiber42%
  • Vitamin A61%
  • Vitamin C22%
  • Vitamin E65%
  • Vitamin K314%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

  • Choline10%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

  • Sodium77%
  • Saturated fat47%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 30 minCook 45 min
  1. 1

    Cover the cashews with several inches of cool water and soak 6–12 hours; drain and rinse well.

  2. 2

    Heat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  3. 3

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the shells until al dente per package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.

  4. 4

    Make the cashew ricotta: In a blender or food processor, blend the drained cashews with the lemon juice and 1 teaspoon salt until very creamy, scraping the bowl as needed. Add a splash of water only if necessary to help it blend, then transfer to a mixing bowl.

  5. 5

    Squeeze the thawed spinach completely dry. Stir it into the cashew mixture along with the basil, oregano, garlic, and black pepper; taste and adjust seasoning.

  6. 6

    Spread about 2 cups of marinara in the baking dish. Fill each shell with the cashew–spinach mixture, arrange in the dish, spoon the remaining marinara over the top, and sprinkle evenly with breadcrumbs. Cover tightly with foil.

  7. 7

    Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes, then uncover and rest a few minutes before serving.

  8. 8

    Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze assembled unbaked shells for up to 1 month.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (567 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Vitamin A545 μg
61%
Vitamin C20 mg
22%
Vitamin D0 μg
0%
Vitamin E10 mg
65%
Vitamin K377 μg
314%
Thiamine1 mg
52%
Riboflavin (B2)0.4 mg
31%
Niacin12 mg
76%
Vitamin B61 mg
79%
Folate (B9)191 μg
48%
Vitamin B120 μg
0%
Pantothenic acid1 mg
26%
Choline56 mg
10%

Minerals

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Calcium254 mg
25%
Iron12 mg
150%
Potassium1,907 mg
41%
Magnesium445 mg
106%
Phosphorus817 mg
117%
Zinc8 mg
70%
Copper3 mg
315%
Manganese3 mg
131%
Selenium33 μg
60%
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Alanine1 g—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.2 g—
Alpha carotene0.3 μg—
Arginine3 g—
Aspartic acid2 g—
Beta carotene6,525 μg—
Caffeine0 mg—
Cystine0.5 g—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0 g—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g—
Fluoride57 μg—
Fructose7 g—
Galactose0 g—
Glucose6 g—
Glutamic acid6 g—
Glycine1 g—
Histidine1 g—
Hydroxyproline0 g—
Isoleucine1 g—
Lactose0 g—
Leucine2 g—
Lycopene32,549 μg—
Lysine1 g—
Maltose0.1 g—
Methionine0.5 g—
Monounsaturated fats28 g—
Phenylalanine1 g—
Polyunsaturated fats10 g—
Proline1 g—
Retinol0 μg—
Serine1 g—
Starch31 g—
Sucrose9 g—
Theobromine0 mg—
Threonine1 g—
Total omega 30.2 g—
Total omega 61 g—
Tryptophan0.4 g—
Tyrosine1 g—
Valine1 g—
Vitamin D20 μg—
Vitamin D30 μg—

Burning 1,085 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

  • 206min
    Walking (3.5 mph)
  • 130min
    Cycling (moderate)
  • 90min
    Running (6 mph)
  • 153min
    Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells?

One serving of Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells (1 serving) has 1085 calories, which works out to 191 calories per 100 g. That is about 54% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Are Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells high in protein?

It provides a solid 39 g of protein per serving (78% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 14% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Are Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 109 g of net carbs and 42% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells?

1780 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Cashew "Ricotta" and Spinach Stuffed Shells?

22 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

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