Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash
Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash is a flavorful, healthy twist on traditional pasta dishes. This comforting meal features tender spaghetti squash strands topped with a rich turkey marinara sauce, making it a delightful option for family dinners or meal prep. Enjoy the vibrant colors and robust flavors in every bite, perfect for those seeking a nutritious yet satisfying dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 can (14.5 oz) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the spaghetti squash lengthwise and remove seeds. Drizzle cut sides with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Place squash cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add ground turkey; cook until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Flip roasted squash cut-side up and scrape out strands with a fork.
- Combine spaghetti squash strands with turkey marinara sauce; serve topped with grated Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg