Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni

Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni, a classic Italian-inspired pasta dish that's both hearty and elegant. Tender cannelloni tubes are generously filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, and a hint of nutmeg, then smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella. This baked pasta recipe is a perfect balance of savory garlic, Parmesan, and herbs, creating a flavorful filling that’s easy to pipe into the tubes for stress-free preparation. Ideal for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests, this dish bakes to golden perfection in under 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or garlic bread. Whether you’re looking for a vegetarian main course or a crowd-pleasing Italian favorite, Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni is sure to delight every palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Dried cannelloni tubes
• 500 grams Fresh spinach
• 250 grams Ricotta cheese
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 150 grams Mozzarella cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 700 ml Marinara sauce
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a large baking dish with olive oil.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and blanch the spinach for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Drain and rinse with cold water, then squeeze out excess liquid and finely chop.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Transfer the filling mixture to a piping bag (or a plastic bag with the corner snipped off) to easily fill the cannelloni tubes.

Step 5

Spread 1/4 of the marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Step 6

Fill each cannelloni tube with the ricotta-spinach mixture and place them in a single layer on the marinara sauce within the baking dish.

Step 7

Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the filled cannelloni tubes, ensuring they are fully covered to prevent drying out during baking.

Step 8

Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and an additional sprinkle of Parmesan, if desired.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the cannelloni rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1868.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2138.6

Total Fat 120.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 520.2mg	0%
Sodium 5876.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 122.8g	0%

Vitamin D 77.8IU	0%
Calcium 3219.0mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 726.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 27.8%