Halal Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells

Halal Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time35 min
Total Time55 min
Servings6
CuisineItalian
Calories340 kcal

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells — a healthy halal vegetarian recipe with 340 calories and 8g protein per serving.

Ingredients
  • 20-24 jumbo pasta shells
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 10 oz fresh spinach, wilted and chopped
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1½ cups mozzarella, shredded
  • 1 egg, 2 garlic cloves, nutmeg pinch, salt, pepper, fresh basil
Instructions
  1. 1Cook shells al dente. Mix ricotta, spinach, egg, garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Spread marinara in baking dish. Stuff shells with ricotta mixture and arrange in dish. Cover with remaining sauce and mozzarella.
  3. 3Cover and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes until bubbly. Garnish with basil.
  4. 4*Nutritional Value (per serving, approx.): 420 calories, 24g protein, 48g carbs, 16g fat, 5g fiber.
Nutrition Per Serving
CaloriesProteinCarbsFatFibre
340 kcal8g50g12g5g

Nutrition values are estimates.

Halal Note: Ensure all ingredients used are halal-certified. Always verify product labels before purchasing.