Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Recipe
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4.3
291 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
2
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Calories
798 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Recipe
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The BEST Spaghetti Squash Lasagna is a delicious low carb alternative to traditional lasagna with a secret ingredient and crunchy topping.
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Ingredients
Spaghetti Squash:
- 1 spaghetti squash
- 1 teaspoon olive oil , divided
- salt and pepper , to taste
Filling & Meat Sauce:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese , shredded
- 1 1/2 teaspoons homemade Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lemon , juice
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 1/2 pound ground turkey , ground beef or chicken work too!
- coarse kosher salt & ground black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Toasted Lemon Panko:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 lemon , zested
- coarse kosher salt & ground black pepper
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese , shredded
- 6 fresh basil leaves , to garnish
Instructions
Spaghetti Squash:
- Preheat the oven to 400° F. Using a sharp knife, cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and discard.
- Brush the inside of the spaghetti squash with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper, and place each half cut side down on a baking sheet and bake for 35 minutes or until you can easily pull the strands with a fork. Flip, cut side up and continue to roast for another 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the squash from the oven, flip it over and let it cool for 5 minutes. Then pull at the strands with a fork.
Filling & Meat Sauce:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, lemon juice and spinach. Mix until evenly combined.
- Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat, add the remaining 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and sauté the garlic and onion until the onion begins to soften. Add the ground turkey and brown for 6-8 minutes or until fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes to reduce. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together the pulled spaghetti squash and ricotta filling.
Toasted Lemon Panko (optional):
- Heat a small skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the panko in a flat layer on the pan.
- Toast the panko for 2-3 minutes on one side, then toss it around the pan and toast for another 1-2 minutes until it is golden brown. Mix in the lemon zest, season with salt and pepper and transfer to a small bowl until you're ready to use it.
Assemble:
- Add the spaghetti squash and ricotta filling back into the "boats", divide the meat sauce between each one, top them with mozzarella cheese, and bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and toasted panko, and serve.
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Notes
- Spaghetti squash timing instructions are based off of a 4 pound spaghetti squash. If yours is larger, adjust the time as necessary. I recommend an extra 5 minutes per pound for every squash over 5 pounds.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
798kcal
(40%)
Carbohydrates
66g
(22%)
Protein
61g
(122%)
Fat
43g
(66%)
Saturated Fat
19g
(95%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
159mg
(53%)
Sodium
1352mg
(56%)
Potassium
1729mg
(49%)
Fiber
14g
(56%)
Sugar
23g
(46%)
Vitamin A
3481IU
(70%)
Vitamin C
83mg
(92%)
Calcium
815mg
(82%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 798 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 798kcal | 40% |
| Carbohydrates | 66g | 22% |
| Protein | 61g | 122% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 159mg | 53% |
| Sodium | 1352mg | 56% |
| Potassium | 1729mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 14g | 56% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 3481IU | 70% |
| Vitamin C | 83mg | 92% |
| Calcium | 815mg | 82% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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