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Healthy Ground Turkey Spaghetti Squash Recipe

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Kesha D. Apr. 20, 2025

Spaghetti squash with ground turkey

Prep 15 minutesCook 45 minutesEasyServes 4
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Coach Coach Chiquita

That looks delicious Kesha! Youre doing a fantastic job incorporating fiber and lean protein into your lunches and dinners. The spaghetti squash with ground turkey sounds like a delicious and nutritious choice. Its wonderful to see you taking such positive steps towards your health goals. Remember every meal is a new opportunity to nourish your body. Keep finding joy in these healthy choices!

Instructions

  • 1.

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • 2.

    Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.

  • 3.

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).

  • 4.

    Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).

  • 5.

    Stir in the diced tomatoes, spinach, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  • 6.

    Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape out the strands and mix them with the turkey mixture. Serve warm.

Ingredients

  • 1.

    1 medium spaghetti squash

  • 2.

    1 lb ground turkey (lean)

  • 3.

    1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

  • 4.

    1 cup chopped spinach

  • 5.

    1 small onion, diced

  • 6.

    2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 7.

    1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 8.

    Salt and pepper to taste

  • 9.

    1 tbsp olive oil

Nutrition

  • calories

    250

  • fat

    10

  • saturates

    3

  • carbohydrates

    20

  • fibers

    5

  • sugar

    4

  • addedSugar

    0

  • protein

    30

Healthy Ground Turkey Spaghetti Squash Recipe

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2 comments
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    Kesha D.Author

    "Spaghetti squash with ground turkey"

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    Coach Coach Chiquita

    "That looks delicious Kesha! Youre doing a fantastic job incorporating fiber and lean protein into your lunches and dinners. The spaghetti squash with ground turkey sounds like a delicious and nutritious choice. Its wonderful to see you taking such positive steps towards your health goals. Remember every meal is a new opportunity to nourish your body. Keep finding joy in these healthy choices!"