Weight Watchers Crab Ricotta Basil Cannelloni

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

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.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 50 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 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

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

1 serving (244.9g)

Calories		352
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		14.7 g	19%
	Saturated Fat	6.6 g	33%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		105 mg	35%
Sodium		1146 mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate		27.4 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	2.2 g	8%
	Total Sugars	4.7 g
Protein		29.4 g	59%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	2%
Calcium		414 mg	32%
Iron		2.2 mg	12%
Potassium		571 mg	12%

*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: 527 cal (36.7%%)

Protein: 471 cal (32.8%%)

Carbs: 439 cal (30.5%%)