Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni

Indulge in the perfect harmony of flavors with Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni, a light yet satisfying pasta dish that’s elegantly balanced for healthy eating. This recipe features tender cannelloni tubes generously stuffed with a creamy, protein-packed mixture of fresh crab meat, low-fat ricotta cheese, and aromatic basil, all delicately seasoned with garlic and Parmesan. Topped with a rich homemade tomato sauce infused with oregano and a sprinkling of melted Parmesan, this dish is baked to golden perfection. Ready in under an hour, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking a wholesome yet indulgent Italian-inspired meal. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy weeknights, it’s Weight Watchers-friendly and packed with both flavor and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces cannelloni pasta tubes
• 1 cup fresh crab meat
• 1 cup ricotta cheese (low-fat)
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese (grated, divided)
• 1 piece garlic clove (minced)
• 1 piece egg (lightly beaten)
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes (canned, no salt added)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cannelloni pasta tubes according to package instructions until slightly undercooked. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, and chopped fresh basil. Mix well until fully combined. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Fill a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the crab-ricotta mixture, cutting a small hole at the tip. Carefully pipe the mixture into each cannelloni tube until fully stuffed.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed cannelloni in a single layer on top of the sauce.

Step 7

Pour the remaining tomato sauce evenly over the cannelloni. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1030.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1640.4

Total Fat 77.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 405.8mg	0%
Sodium 5803.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 141.0g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 2351.4mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2253.7mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 34.1%

Carbs: 23.6%