Description
If you’re looking for a comforting and hearty meal that is both plant-based and packed with flavor, these Easy Vegan Stuffed Shells are perfect for you. Jumbo pasta shells are stuffed with a savory, creamy cashew-based ricotta filling and topped with rich marinara sauce. Baked to perfection, this dish will leave you full and satisfied. Whether you’re a vegan or just looking to try something new, these stuffed shells are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
12 jumbo pasta shells
1 cup cashews, soaked for 4 hours or overnight
1/2 cup nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup spinach, chopped
2 cups marinara sauce
Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Gently fold the chopped spinach into the cashew mixture.
- Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the cashew mixture and arrange them in a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, covering them evenly.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and the shells are slightly golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve.
Notes
For a cheesy version, add vegan mozzarella on top before baking.
Add red pepper flakes to the ricotta mixture for a spicy twist.
You can swap spinach with kale or arugula for a different flavor.
Store-bought vegan ricotta can be used instead of homemade cashew ricotta.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
For freezing, cover the assembled dish tightly with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and bake as usual.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 270 kcal
