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Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Calories
A baked pasta dish filled with spinach, usually with cheese, and served with tomato sauce.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce (300 g) has 450 calories. That works out to 150 calories per 100 g. It contains 51 g of carbs, 21.9 g of protein, 17.4 g of fat and 7.2 g of fiber. Its 105 µg of Vitamin K covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 300 g
450
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
51g
· 19% DV
Protein
21.9g
· 44% DV
Fat
17.4g
· 22% DV
Fiber
7.2g
· 26% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 20% · Fat 34%
Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (300 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.4 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 6.6 g | 33% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 840 mg | 37% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% |
| Protein | 21.9 g | 44% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 450 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 135 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 slice (medium) | 150 g | 225 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 360 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 270 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 600 kcal |
Calculated from 150 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce
What is Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce made of?
Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce is pasta tubes filled with spinach, usually mixed with cheese, then baked in tomato sauce. Recipes vary: some use ricotta or cottage cheese in the filling, while others add béchamel or extra cheese on top.
How do you make Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
To make Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce, fill cannelloni tubes with cooked spinach and cheese, arrange them in a baking dish, and cover them with tomato sauce. Bake until the pasta is tender and the top is browned.
Do you cook the spinach before filling Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Yes, cook the spinach briefly and drain or squeeze out excess water before filling Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce. A drier filling is easier to pipe into the tubes and helps keep the finished dish from becoming watery.
Do you boil cannelloni tubes for Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce first?
Follow the package directions: some cannelloni tubes are designed to bake without precooking, while others need brief boiling. If using them dry, cover them completely with sauce so they have enough moisture to soften in the oven.
What cheese is best for Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Ricotta is a common choice for Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce because it mixes easily with spinach. Cottage cheese or another soft cheese can also work; mozzarella or Parmesan on top adds a browned, savory finish.
Can you use lasagna sheets for Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Yes, softened lasagna sheets can be rolled around the spinach filling when you do not have cannelloni tubes for Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce. Place each roll seam-side down in the dish and cover it well with tomato sauce before baking.
Can Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce be made ahead?
Yes, assemble Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce in its baking dish, cover it, and refrigerate it before baking. Let the chilled dish sit out briefly while the oven heats, and allow extra baking time if it is still cold.
Can you freeze Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Yes, Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce freezes well after baking. Cool it, divide it into airtight portions, and freeze; thaw in the refrigerator before reheating, then cover it in the oven so the pasta and filling do not dry out.
What should you serve with Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Serve Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce with a green salad, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread. A light side works especially well because the cannelloni already brings pasta, spinach, cheese, and a substantial tomato sauce to the meal.
How do you reheat leftover Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Reheat leftover Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce in a covered oven-safe dish until hot throughout, or use a microwave for an individual portion. Add a spoonful of tomato sauce if the pasta looks dry, and refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container.
Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
105µg · 88% DV
Vitamin A
330µg · 37% DV
Folate
135µg · 34% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Phosphorus
330mg · 47% DV
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Manganese
0.9mg · 39% DV
Sodium
840mg · 37% DV
Potassium ⭐
660mg · 19% DV
Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce
To burn the 450 calories in 1 serving (medium) (300 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce is an Italian-style baked pasta dish: large pasta tubes are filled with spinach, often mixed with cheese, then covered in tomato sauce and baked until tender. Recipes vary, with some versions using a creamy filling or a little cheese on top.
The pasta softens in the oven while the tomato sauce adds a bright, savoury contrast to the mild spinach filling. Serve it hot as a substantial main, perhaps with a crisp salad or vegetables; it also reheats well for a meal the next day. It provides carbohydrates alongside some protein and fibre, with 7.3 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, keep the cheese modest and pair a smaller portion with plenty of salad.
How Nutritious Is Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Spinach Cannelloni with Tomato Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.