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spaghetti squash spinach and ground turkey casserole.
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Spaghetti Squash Casserole with Ground Turkey and Spinach

This delicious casserole is low carb/keto friendly with plenty of protein to keep you satisfied. Spaghetti squash is delicious in this simple sauce!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Rest time10 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 317kcal
Author: Sula

Ingredients

  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 5 ounces baby spinach rough chopped
  • 2 cups 6-cheese Italian blend divided
  • 2-3 cups cooked spaghetti squash shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F and lightly spray a 2 ½ to 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add the ground turkey and onion. Cook and stir, breaking up the meat as it cooks. When the turkey is fully browned, add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
    1 small yellow onion, 1 pound ground turkey, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves garlic
  • Add the can of diced tomatoes, including the liquid. Add the cream cheese. Heat and stir to melt the cream cheese.
    14 ounce can diced tomatoes, 4 ounces cream cheese
  • When cream cheese is fully melted, add the Italian seasoning and the spaghetti squash and stir to combine. Turn off the heat.
    ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, 2-3 cups cooked spaghetti squash
  • Add 1 cup of the cheese plus the chopped spinach and stir.
    5 ounces baby spinach, 2 cups 6-cheese Italian blend
  • Transfer the casserole mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  • Cover and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
  • Let the casserole set for 5 to 10 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 591mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2850IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 267mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.