Soft food stage recipe for after weight loss surgery; high protein recipe, recipes for after weight loss surgeryAdapted from: The Complete Bariatric Cookbook and Meal Plan: Recipes & Guidance for Life Before & After Surgery
Prep: 5 minutes | Cook: 15 minutes | Total: 20 minutesYield: 4 servings | Serving Size: 1 ramekin
Ingredients
8 oz low-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 c grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 c low-sugar marinara sauce
1/2 c low-fat mozzarella cheese
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta, Parmesan, egg, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
3. Spray 4 small ramekins with cooking spray. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly in each ramekin.
4. Top the ricotta mixture with the marinara sauce, then sprinkle with the mozzarella.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, and serve.
Recipe Notes
• Serve with a side of steamed/sauteed zoodles, spaghetti squash, or any non-starchy vegetable of your choice
• Add thinly sliced eggplant or zucchini between layers
• For extra protein add lean ground beef, turkey, chicken, or Italian sausage
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 198 | Total Fat: 12g | Sodium: 633mg | Total Carbohydrate: 6g | Dietary Fiber: 0g | Protein: 18g
Adapted from The Complete Bariatric Cookbook and Meal Plan: Recipes & Guidance for Life Before & After Surgery | Submitted by Kristine Van Workum, RD. For more recipes, please visit https://www.nutrition.va.gov
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Author: Veterans Health Administration
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