Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash
Experience the perfect harmony of comfort and nutrition with this Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash. Juicy ground turkey mingles with savory marinara sauce, all served over tender spaghetti squash for a guilt-free, flavorful meal. This dish is ideal for weeknight dinners and special gatherings alike, bringing warmth and satisfaction to your table.
- 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
- 2 cups marinara sauce (preferably no added sugars)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the spaghetti squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle olive oil on cut sides, season with salt and pepper, then place cut-side down on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes until fork-tender.
- While the squash roasts, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add ground turkey and Italian seasoning; cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce, allowing it to simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Once the squash is done roasting, use a fork to scrape out strands into bowls. Top with turkey marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg