Spaghetti Squash & Turkey Meat Sauce
300
kcal0
minutesCutting carbs is difficult in the beginning but delicious alternatives like “zoodles”, zucchini cut into slices (like mini pizza’s) and spaghetti squash can bring back the ease in your favorite pasta dishes. Spaghetti squash is so good you might try passing it by your kids as “fancy” noodles. They will never know they are eating the most satisfying low cab dinner ever!
Spaghetti squash, coming in at 7 grams of carbs per cup verses wheat spaghetti noodles that are a whopping 43 grams of carbs makes a huge difference. This recipe rich in fiber and protein, and packs a healthy dose of antioxidants.
Is this is your first time picking up a spaghetti squash from the grocery store, here are some tips to look for:
– Firm
– Heavy for its size
– Free of cracks or soft spots
– Firm, dry, rounded stem
Spaghetti Squash is in season all year round and peaks in early fall. Not cooking it right away is ok. Just store your squash in a cool, dry place. A fresh one can last up to 3 months. I wouldn’t put it in the refrigerator because it can make it spoil quickly. If you really want to store in the fridge, I would only leave it in there for 1-2 weeks and your squash should be cut and wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.
Ready to cook it? Cut in half, lengthwise and remove the seeds with a spoon. Bake, boil or microwave until tender.
Bake: Drizzle the squash with Flag Olive Oil or melted butter and season with salt and pepper. Place in a shallow baking dish or pan and roast in a 425 degree oven for 35 – 45 minutes or until tender.
If you are cooking it in the microwave, wrap it in plastic wrap and microwave on high for 10 to 12 minutes.
Once it is cooked, use a form to rake out the spaghetti like flesh all the way to the rind.
Ingredients
1 spaghetti squash
1 lb. 93/7 ground turkey breast
4 toes garlic, minced
1/2 cup onion, minced
1 tsp. Sal & Judy Italian Seasoning
1/4 tsp. Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1 Jar Sal & Judy Heart Smart Sauce
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and roast the spaghetti squash for about 25 minutes. Once cooked, remove from oven and allow to cool.
- ESTIMATED TIME: 15:00 MIN- In a large skillet, add the ground turkey, onion, garlic, and seasonings. Sauté the meat until it is fully browned and cooked. Add the Heart Smart Sauce and allow to warm through by coming to a gentle simmer.
- ESTIMATED TIME: 10:00 MIN- Meanwhile, shred the spaghetti squash with a fork and then top it with the meat sauce. Garnish with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese and ground oregano.
Notes
- sodium 482 milligrams | protein 29 grams | calories 392 kcal | sugar 8 grams | fat 10 grams | saturated fat 10 grams | carbohydrates 22 grams | fiber 9 grams
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