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Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash: The Ultimate Amazing Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 medium spaghetti squash
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 2 cups marinara sauce
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)
– Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash is simple with these clear steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Squash: Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and discard them. Drizzle the inside with a little olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. Roast the Squash: Place the halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until tender.
4. Cook the Turkey: While the squash is roasting, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
5. Brown the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks.
6. Add Marinara Sauce: Pour in the marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Allow it to simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
7. Scrape the Squash: Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, carefully scrape the insides with a fork to create spaghetti-like strands.
8. Combine: Toss the spaghetti squash strands with the turkey marinara mixture until well combined.
9. Serve: Plate the mixture and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 28g