Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni recipe – a guilt-free delight! Each serving clocks in at only 5 points, making it the perfect healthy and flavorful weeknight meal. Creamy ricotta, succulent crab meat (or flavorful chicken – see tip!), fragrant basil, and a touch of nutmeg combine to create a sensational filling nestled in perfectly baked cannelloni shells. This low-fat recipe is surprisingly rich and satisfying. Get ready for a taste sensation that won't derail your weight loss goals!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 227.2 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.1 (7 Reviews)
Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni 30

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni

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How to Make Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Finely chop 2 shallots. In a large bowl, gently combine 150g lump crab meat (or 200g minced chicken breast with 1 tsp dried sage and 1 clove minced garlic), 2 chopped shallots, 250g ricotta cheese, 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1 large egg.
  3. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Use a teaspoon to carefully fill each cannelloni tube with the crab ricotta mixture.
  5. Pour 1/2 cup of your favorite pasta sauce into the bottom of a 1.5L (approximately 6-cup) ovenproof ceramic dish.
  6. Arrange the filled cannelloni shells in a single layer over the sauce.
  7. Pour the remaining pasta sauce evenly over the cannelloni.
  8. Sprinkle generously with 50g shredded mozzarella cheese.
  9. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  10. Bake for 20 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  12. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

5g

Carbs

5g

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