Description
A healthy and tasty dish combining spaghetti squash with ground turkey and marinara sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small to medium spaghetti squash
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Dash of freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Pierce the spaghetti squash with several holes using a fork, then microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes to soften.
- Carefully cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds with a spoon.
- Lightly mist the cut sides of the squash with avocado oil spray. Season with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40 to 45 minutes, until tender.
- While the squash bakes, heat a skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Brown the ground turkey, seasoning with sea salt and black pepper. Cook thoroughly, breaking up the meat into crumbles.
- Remove roasted squash from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Using a fork, scrape out the flesh into strands and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- To the shredded squash, add the cooked turkey, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and a pinch of sea salt. Toss thoroughly to combine.
- Refill the emptied squash shells with the turkey mixture, dividing evenly. Sprinkle the tops generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Return the filled squash halves to the oven and bake for an additional 7 to 9 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Garnish finished squash boats with fresh chopped cilantro, red pepper flakes, and an extra dusting of Italian seasoning to taste.
Notes
- Microwave the squash for easier slicing.
- Other types of cheese can be used if preferred.
- Adjust the seasonings according to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 squash half
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash, Healthy Recipes, Spaghetti Squash Recipes, Turkey Recipes