Best 4 Yummy Tofu Manicotti Recipes

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**Unleash Your Inner Chef: A Culinary Journey with Tofu Manicotti**

Embark on a delectable adventure with tofu manicotti, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This innovative dish combines the wholesome goodness of tofu with the comforting embrace of classic manicotti, creating a culinary masterpiece that is both satisfying and nutritious. Discover the secrets behind this delightful recipe, along with variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary whims.

This article offers a comprehensive guide to crafting tofu manicotti, providing step-by-step instructions, a meticulously curated ingredient list, and insightful tips to ensure success. Elevate your culinary skills with this comprehensive guide, and impress your loved ones with a dish that is both visually stunning and incredibly delicious.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TOFU MANICOTTI



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To create a light main course, I borrowed bits from different recipes, including my mom's lasagna. No one suspects that the creamy filling is made with tofu. It's easy to prepare, and my toddlers love it. -Carolyn Diana of Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups meatless spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/3 cup finely shredded zucchini
1/4 cup finely shredded carrot
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 package (12.3 ounces) silken firm tofu
1 cup 1% cottage cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
10 uncooked manicotti shells

Steps:

  • Combine the spaghetti sauce, tomatoes, zucchini, carrot and Italian seasoning; spread 3/4 cup into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Combine the tofu and cheeses; stuff into uncooked manicotti shells. Place over spaghetti sauce; top with remaining sauce. , Cover and bake at 375° for 50-55 minutes or until noodles are tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 885mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOFU MANICOTTI



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Categories     Pasta     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 Manicotti shells
½ cups chopped fresh mushrooms
½ cups finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning
1/8 teaspoon paprika
10 oz tofu, drained
1 egg white, slightly beaten (or NoEgg substitute)
2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1¼ cups almond milk
2 tablespoons almond flour
2 clove garlic, minced or pressed
½ cups shredded low-fat mozarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Rinse in cold water; drain. Add mushrooms and onion to med skillet; cook till tender. Stir in parsley, Mrs. Dash seasoning, and paprika. Cool slightly. Mash the tofu in a bowl. Stir in egg white, Parmesan cheese, and mushroom and onion mixture. Stuff each manicotti shell with about ¼ cup of the tofu mixture. Arrange stuffed shells in a 12x7x2" baking dish. For sauce, in a med saucepan combine milk, flour, garlic powder, ¼ t salt, and 1/8 t pepper. Cook and stir till thickened and bubbly. Pour sauce over pasta in baking dish. Bake, covered, in a 350 deg F. oven for 20-25 minutes or till heated through. Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese if desired. Bake, uncovered, 2 minutes more or till cheese is melted.

TOFU AND SPINACH STUFFED MANICOTTI



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Make and share this Tofu and Spinach Stuffed Manicotti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SandyJasmine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 12 manicotti, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package of 12 manicotti (Large pasta tubes)
1 (16 ounce) package tofu
1 egg
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 tablespoon dried onion
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh spinach
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 (32 ounce) jar pasta sauce, I like Newman's Marinara with Mushrooms
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Boil a large pot of water and cook manicotti 6 minutes, or until slightly soft. Drain and set aside.
  • Crumble the tofu while pasta is cooking. Add remaining ingredients to tofu, except for the pasta sauce and the cheese. Stir until blended.
  • Stuff each pasta shell with the tofu mixture.
  • Pour half the pasta sauce into a 13" x 9" pan.
  • Fill manicotti with the filling using a small spoon, or a pastry tube.
  • Put the rest of the sauce on top of the manicotti.
  • Cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes.
  • * You can skip the egg and the cheese if you are making this vegan. I think it will still taste great.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.6, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 68.8, Sodium 1444, Carbohydrate 80.2, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 16.1, Protein 32.1

YUMMY TOFU MANICOTTI



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This is the first recipe I have created with tofu and it is delicious! The green pepper, onion, and mushrooms combine for a wonderful taste. If you haven't tried tofu yet, give it a try! This is a super easy recipe and I am sure you won't be disappointed. The tofu takes on the other flavors and has a great texture for this recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

Provided by Calla Lily

Categories     Manicotti

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces firm tofu (drained, rinsed, and patted dry)
8 ounces low-fat ricotta cheese
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 small green pepper, diced
1/2 small onion, diced
4 mushrooms, diced
2 -3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jar newmans own mushroom marinara sauce (or your choice of marinara sauce)
12 manicotti
garlic salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Boil the manicotti shells as directed on the package.
  • Drain the manicotti and set aside to cool.
  • Crumble the tofu into small pieces (resembling cottage cheese).
  • Combine tofu, ricotta, half of the mozzarella, green pepper, onion, mushrooms, and garlic in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix ingredients well.
  • Grease a large baking dish.
  • Stuff each manicotti shell with the filling and place in the baking dish.
  • Pour the marinara sauce evenly over all of the stuffed manicotti shells.
  • Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Sprinkle with garlic salt (to taste).
  • Bake covered for 35 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.4, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 364.3, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2, Protein 18.1

Tips:

  • Choose firm or extra-firm tofu: This will help the tofu hold its shape when you slice and roll it.
  • Press the tofu before using: This will help remove excess moisture and make the tofu more flavorful.
  • Use a variety of fillings: You can use vegetables, cheese, or meat as the filling for your manicotti.
  • Be careful when slicing the tofu: Tofu can be delicate, so be careful not to slice it too thinly.
  • Cook the manicotti until the tofu is heated through: This will take about 15-20 minutes.

Conclusion:

Tofu manicotti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a vegetarian or vegan meal. With a variety of fillings to choose from, you can customize the manicotti to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook tofu, give this recipe a try.

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