Spaghetti Squash Bolognese
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 347.2
- Total Fat: 11.6 g
- Cholesterol: 73.3 mg
- Sodium: 816.5 mg
- Total Carbs: 32.0 g
- Dietary Fiber: 9.4 g
- Protein: 33.3 g
View full nutritional breakdown of Spaghetti Squash Bolognese calories by ingredient
Introduction
This is a recipe that I have modified based on a Weight Watchers recipe. I can't wait for the fall squash season so that I can start to make this yummy meal that is high in fiber and protein! Enjoy! This is a recipe that I have modified based on a Weight Watchers recipe. I can't wait for the fall squash season so that I can start to make this yummy meal that is high in fiber and protein! Enjoy!Number of Servings: 6
Ingredients
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2-1/4 pounds raw spaghetti squash (1 good-sized squash)
1 pound ground lean turkey (can use ground beef if you prefer)
2 cups shredded part skim mozzerella cheese
1 15 oz can of red kidney beans, drained
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1-1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup canned tomato paste
1 14-1/2 oz. can diced tomatoes
salt & pepper to taste
Directions
1. Cut spaghetti squash in half and scoop out seeds. Wrap each half in plastic wrap and microwave on high power for about 15 minutes or until strands of squash separate when scraped with a fork. Set aside to cool.
2 In a large saute pan using a bit of olive oil to coat the pan, saute turkey, garlic, and onion for about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and mushrooms and continue to cook until turkey is cooked through. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and beans and season to taste. Lower heat, cover and cook for about 10 minutes.
3. With fork, scrape out spaghetti squash to form spaghetti "strands". Combine spaghetti squash with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and mix thoroughly.
4. Put spaghetti/cheese mixture into a greased 9"x13" baking dish. Top with bolognese sauce and then sprinkle top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
5. Bake in 350 degree oven for 20 - 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly.
Makes 4 large servings. ENJOY!!
Number of Servings: 6
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SHERIEDARLING.
2 In a large saute pan using a bit of olive oil to coat the pan, saute turkey, garlic, and onion for about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and mushrooms and continue to cook until turkey is cooked through. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and beans and season to taste. Lower heat, cover and cook for about 10 minutes.
3. With fork, scrape out spaghetti squash to form spaghetti "strands". Combine spaghetti squash with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and mix thoroughly.
4. Put spaghetti/cheese mixture into a greased 9"x13" baking dish. Top with bolognese sauce and then sprinkle top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
5. Bake in 350 degree oven for 20 - 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly.
Makes 4 large servings. ENJOY!!
Number of Servings: 6
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SHERIEDARLING.