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    Published: Apr 28, 2025 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones

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    Want to change up pizza night? These Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones have all the flavors of a pizza in a portable package.

    Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones on a plate with marinara sauce.

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    These Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones are made with homemade tofu ricotta and spinach. They are warm and comforting.

    They are a great alternative to pizza and come in a fun portable package. They're also less messy.

    Another calzone recipe is my Vegan Mushroom Calzones.

    Other spinach recipes are my Vegan Spinach Lasagna and Vegan Spinach Dip recipe

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love Them
    • What Are Calzones?
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations / Additions
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tips
    • Other Tofu Recipes
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Vegan Pizzas
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love Them

    • They taste like pizza but in a fun package.
    • They're simple and easy to make.
    • They're a nice change from pizza.

    What Are Calzones?

    Calzones are basically folded-over pizza. The edges are sealed to hold in the filling.

    Normally the filling includes ingredients you would put on a pizza. Here I used tofu ricotta, spinach, onions, and garlic.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Pizza dough: I used Pamela's gluten-free pizza mix when I first published this recipe, but it hasn't been available for awhile. When I republished this recipe I use Bob's Red Mill pizza mix. Use your favorite pizza dough or pizza mix. Your favorite local pizza restaurant is a great place to buy pizza dough.
    • Basil and oregano: To add some flavor to the dough. You could also use Italian seasoning.
    • Olive oil: For cooking the veggies.
    • Onion: Adds a sweet pungent flavor.
    • Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
    • Spinach: I like spinach because it doesn't have a very strong flavor. You could also use kale or other greens.
    • Salt: Enhances flavors. I like to use sea salt.
    • Tofu ricotta: I used my Homemade Tofu Ricotta recipe. You could also use store-bought vegan ricotta.
    • Marinara sauce: For dipping. You could also use pizza sauce.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    📖 Variations / Additions

    • Red pepper or green pepper
    • Mushrooms
    • Black olives or green olives
    • Tomatoes
    • Tofu feta
    • Vegan mozzarella or provolone
    • Sun-dried tomatoes
    • Basil
    • Vegan pesto
    • Pineapple and onion
    • Nutritional yeast

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    Here's the tofu ricotta you'll be using for this recipe:

    🔪 Instructions

    Collage of onions in a skillet, then spinach added and cooked down, last spinach mixture in a food processor.

    Step 1: Prepare pizza dough according to directions. Mix basil and oregano into the dough. Set aside to rise.

    Heat olive oil in a pan. Cook on medium until translucent. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.

    Step 2: Add spinach and salt to the pan.

    Step 3: Cook until wilted.

    Step 4: In a food processor, add the spinach mixture and tofu ricotta.

    Collage of spinach mixture in food processor after mixing, pizza dough being cut with a bowl, and plastic removed, then spinach mixture put on top of dough.

    Step 5: Pulse to keep the mixture chunky, or blend until creamy.

    Step 6: Spread plastic wrap onto cutting board (it's very sticky). Sprinkle cornmeal or flour onto the plastic wrap. Then place pizza dough on cutting board. Place more plastic wrap on top of dough. Roll out pizza dough. Using a bowl, cut out a circle.

    Step 7: Lift off the plastic wrap.

    Step 8: Spread the spinach mixture on half of the pizza dough.

    Collage with filled pizza dough being folded over, then sealed with fork, placed on a parchment paper lined baking sheet, then baked.

    Step 9: With the plastic, fold over the dough.

    Step 10: With a fork, seal the edges.

    Step 11: Place calzone on an oiled parchment paper lined baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the dough.

    Step 12: Bake until golden brown.

    💭 Tips

    • Divide dough into ¼s or in ½, depending upon how large you want calzones.
    • Use parchment paper or plastic wrap for rolling and to fold dough over. It's very sticky.
    • Sprinkle cornmeal or flour on the cutting board to add flavor and crunch.
    • Seal the edges with floured or slightly wet fingers. The filling will come out otherwise.
    • Brush with olive oil for a shiny crust.
    • Let sit after baking. They're extremely hot!

    Other Tofu Recipes

    • Baked Tofu Fries
    • Vegan BLAT
    • Spinach, Tofu, and Pine Nut Enchiladas
    • Spinach and Broccoli Vegan Quiche
    Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones on a plate with marinara sauce.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What is the difference between a calzone and a stromboli recipe?

    Calzones have ricotta (alongside mozzarella or parmesan) and stromboli have mozzarella so that there is less moisture. This vegan calzone has homemade tofu ricotta.

    Can a calzone have sauce?

    Usually, calzones do not have sauce inside. The sauce is served on the side for dipping.

    Vegan Pizzas

    • Vegan Cheeseburger Pizza
      Vegan Cheeseburger Pizza
    • Greek Pizza with Tofu Feta
      Greek Pizza with Tofu Feta
    • Vegan Hawaiian BBQ Pizza
      Vegan Hawaiian BBQ Pizza
    • Thai Pizza on a cutting board.
      The Ultimate Thai Pizza

    If you tried this Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    I originally posted this recipe on March 9, 2016. I added new photos and text when I republished it.

    📋 Recipe

    Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones on a plate with marinara sauce.
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    Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones

    Want to change up pizza night? These Spinach and Tofu Ricotta Calzones have all the flavors of a pizza in a portable package.
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 35 minutes minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 374kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • Pizza dough - I used Pamela's 11.29 oz. pizza mix
    • 1 teaspoon basil
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 1 cup chopped onion
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1  clove minced garlic
    • 8 cups chopped spinach
    • Pinch salt
    • ½ cup Tofu Ricotta
    • Marinara sauce for dipping
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 450°F.
    • Prepare pizza dough according to directions. Mix oregano and basil into the dough.
    • Heat olive oil in a pan. Add chopped onion and cook on medium heat until translucent.
    • Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
    • Add spinach and salt. Cook until it is wilted. Mix spinach, onion, and garlic with tofu ricotta.
    • Sprinkle cornmeal or flour on cutting board. Roll or press out dough to your preferred size. If using Pamela's pizza dough, use parchment paper or plastic wrap on top of dough to spread it out thinly (it is very sticky). Divide dough into ¼s or in ½. By dividing mine into ¼s, they came out to be approx. 6x6" each.
    • Spread tofu ricotta mixture on half of the dough, leaving the edges bare.
    • Fold over the dough. If using a sticky dough (like Pamela's), use parchment paper or plastic wrap to fold dough over. Press with floured or slightly wet fingers to seal the edge. Repeat with the rest of dough.
    • At this point you can sprinkle more flour and / or cornmeal on top. You can also brush with olive oil for a shiny crust.
    • With the parchment or plastic wrap, lift to an oiled pan, parchment paper, or pizza stone, and bake at 450°F for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
    • Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

    Notes

    These calzones will last up to 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.
    When I first published this recipe I used Pamela's pizza mix, which isn't currently available. You can also use Bob's Red Mill pizza mix, which I linked to. It is a larger package than Pamela's, so you may have extra bread without filling.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 374kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 568mg | Potassium: 475mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5625IU | Vitamin C: 20.7mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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    1. Pamela says

      April 29, 2025 at 4:53 am

      Thank you for sharing this recipe, I loved it!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 29, 2025 at 9:26 am

        Thanks Pamela, I'm so glad!

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    2. Danielle says

      March 19, 2016 at 8:56 am

      I love spinach and the tofu ricotta sounds amazing! I will be trying this next week. Pinning for later.

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      • Willow Moon says

        March 19, 2016 at 5:15 pm

        I hope you enjoy it! Let me know - I love feedback!

        Reply
    3. Lexes says

      March 11, 2016 at 5:11 pm

      This looks delicious! I'm going to try and modify something like this for my cut! <3

      Reply
    4. Sarah Harris says

      March 11, 2016 at 5:06 pm

      This sounds amazing and I love that you used pre-made dough. We like the one from TJoes which I think will compliment your ingredients nicely!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 11, 2016 at 5:53 pm

        Thanks! I do love Pamela's pizza mix! I wish I could use any dough, but being gluten intolerant is very limiting! I had an art professor who said that when you set limitations, it actually opens up more possibilities. I have found that to be true with creating anything from art to recipes. When you give yourself rules, it opens up more doors. You would think it to be the opposite, but it's not.

        Reply
    5. Katherine Elizabeth says

      March 10, 2016 at 8:55 am

      I love cheese, and have never liked tofu. BUT I'm going to try this because it looks and sounds so good it might just change my perspective on tofu!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        March 10, 2016 at 6:02 pm

        I hope so! Tofu is really a blank canvas, and soaks up whatever flavors you include with it. Let me know if you do try it - I love feedback!

        Reply
        • Katherine Elizabeth says

          March 10, 2016 at 8:53 pm

          I absolutely will! 🙂

          Reply

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