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Spicy Turkey Bolognese Spaghetti Squash

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298 CALORIES 32g CARBS 8g FAT 31g PROTEIN
Spicy Turkey Bolognese Spaghetti Squash
Spicy Turkey Bolognese Spaghetti Squash Recipe

I feel like I could have a whole blog dedicated to spaghetti squash with how often I consume it. Its a bi or ever tri-weekly occurrence and I don't really know what I would do without it. While I like to mix things up and try recipes like spicy Asian spaghetti squash, or spaghetti squash meat lasagna boats just to name a few, today's recipe is actually what you will find me eating most often. Usually I make up a big batch of the sauce every few weeks and freeze it in individual portions and then just roast or microwave a spaghetti squash when it's meal time. Easy, spicy, and delicious.

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Spicy Turkey Bolognese Spaghetti Squash

Spicy Turkey Bolognese Spaghetti Squash

PREP TIME: 10 Min
COOK TIME: 35 Min
TOTAL TIME: 45 Min
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Ingredients

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  • 2 U spaghetti squash
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 1 U celery, diced
  • 1 U carrot, diced
  • 4 U garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (or more)
  • 1 lb. 99% lean ground turkey
  • 28 oz. can whole peeled tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup basil

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Instructions

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Prepare the spaghetti squash in the oven or microwave. To roast, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cut the squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Spray with cooking spray and place on a baking sheet covered in foil. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender. To microwave pierce the squash all over with a knife or fork. Cook each squash whole for 10-12 minutes until tender. Carefully cut in half and remove seeds. Scrape the squash away from the skin using a fork.

2

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot. Cook for 6-8 minutes until tender. Add the garlic and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3

Add the turkey and brown until just cooked through. Add the tomatoes. Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, break the tomatoes up to your desired size. You could also use tomato sauce if you like a smoother sauce.

4

Simmer for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve over spaghetti squash with basil.

Nutritional Facts
Serving Size: 1/2 spaghetti squash
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298
Calories from Fat 68
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g
12%
Saturated Fat 1g
7%
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 62mg
21%
Sodium 407mg
18%
Total Carbohydrate 32g
11%
Dietary Fiber 7g
29%
Sugars 14g
Protein 31g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

The Nutritional Values provided are estimates only and may vary based on the preparation method.

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About the author Meet Kristen McCaffrey
Hi, I’m the cookbook author, recipe developer, and food enthusiast behind Slender Kitchen. I am obsessed with making healthy food that is easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. Meal planning is my secret weapon and I hope I can make meal time easier for you with our tried and tested recipes and foolproof meal plans. Learn More
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