Ricotta and spinach balls in tomato sauce
Ricotta and spinach balls in tomato sauce is ready in 35 minutes (20 hands-on) and has 584 kcal and 33 g of protein per serving. One serving costs about $1.90. Prices from Walmart, 2026.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Hands-on
- 20 min
- Calories
- 584 kcal
- Cost per serving
- $1.90
Ingredients (Serves: 2)
- Ricotta180 g
- Eggs110 g
- Parmesan30 g
- Breadcrumbs60 g
- Frozen spinach240 g
- Crushed tomatoes (can)400 g
- Olive oil16 g
- Garlic6 g
- Fresh basil (optional)6 g
- Bread roll (optional)120 g
Method
Thaw the spinach and squeeze out all the water, then chop it finely.
Mix spinach, ricotta, egg, parmesan, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper and shape 6 small balls.
Fry the garlic in the oil for 1 minute, add the tomatoes and simmer for 8 minutes. Lower the balls into the sauce.
Cover and cook gently for 12 minutes, turning once. Serve with basil and the bread roll.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 584 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 33 g |
| Carbohydrates | 45 g |
| Sugars | 14 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
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