Irresistible Spaghetti Squash Casserole with Only 360 Calories
A low-carb comfort dish featuring roasted spaghetti squash filled with seasoned ground turkey and melted mozzarella cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil (for topping)
Instructions
- Roast the squash: Cut spaghetti squash in half, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, and season. Roast cut-side down at 400°F for 35–40 mins.
- Sauté the filling: Cook turkey in olive oil until browned. Add onions and garlic, then stir in tomatoes, marinara, and seasoning. Simmer 10 mins.
- Shred & fill the squash: Use a fork to shred squash strands, then mix some into the turkey filling or leave in boats. Spoon meat mixture into each half.
- Cheese it up: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top and return to oven for 10 mins until bubbly and golden.
- Top & serve: Finish with fresh chopped basil for color and brightness. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg