Description
Spaghetti Squash Boats with Turkey Meatballs are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes. This vibrant meal combines roasted spaghetti squash with savory turkey meatballs, all topped with flavorful marinara sauce. It offers a satisfying and nutritious option that’s perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers. With its fun presentation, this dish is sure to please both kids and adults alike, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- Olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- 4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs.
- 5. Cook meatballs in a skillet over medium heat in olive oil for 10-12 minutes until browned.
- 6. Shred the cooked spaghetti squash with a fork, mix with marinara sauce, top with meatballs, and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg