Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Vegan Pumpkin Stuffed Shells, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. These plant-based pasta shells are filled with a creamy pumpkin and tofu mixture, combined with nutrient-rich spinach and warm spices. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows you to make it ahead of time, saving you precious moments during busy celebrations. Impress your guests with this savory twist on traditional stuffed shells that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 10 ounces frozen spinach
- ½ cup raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup finely chopped shallot
- 3–4 garlic cloves
- 15 ounces pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon
- ½ cup water
- ⅓ cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- ½ teaspoon salt & pepper
- 1 12-ounce package jumbo shells
- ¼ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove moisture, then blend with lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, oregano, sea salt, spinach, and soaked cashews until smooth.
- In a pot, sauté shallots and garlic in olive oil. Stir in pumpkin puree, vegetable bouillon, nutritional yeast, vinegar, smoked paprika, salt & pepper.
- Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain carefully.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread sauce in a baking dish and fill each shell with the tofu mixture. Arrange filled shells over the sauce and pour remaining sauce on top.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Press the tofu thoroughly for a firmer filling. Experiment with spices like nutmeg for added flavor. Use fresh spinach for optimal taste.