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Vegan Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Vegan Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells for Cozy Fall Nights

Delicious Vegan Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells that combine creamy tofu ricotta and pumpkin, perfect for fall nights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 12 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells Choose your favorite brand.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Tofu Ricotta Made with extra firm tofu, nutritional yeast, and spices.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Use homemade if preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Grated Nutmeg Ground nutmeg is a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Parmesan Cheese Omit for a nut-free version.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Sage Leaves Dried sage can be used.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work well.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Any all-purpose flour will do.
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Try soy milk for a nut-free alternative.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Food Processor
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish

Method
 

Cooking and Assembly
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. In a food processor, combine tofu, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, olive oil, lemon zest, and juice until chunky-smooth.
  3. In a bowl, fold together tofu ricotta, pumpkin puree, nutmeg, and parmesan until well mixed.
  4. In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onions until softened. Add garlic, then whisk in flour and gradually pour in coconut milk, stirring until thickened.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread béchamel sauce in a baking dish, fill shells with pumpkin mixture, place them in the dish, and pour remaining sauce over top.
  6. Bake for 22-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer for up to 2 months.

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