**Savory Spaghetti Squash and Meatballs: A Delightful Low-Carb Meal**
Indulge in a healthier version of the classic spaghetti and meatballs with this delectable recipe featuring spaghetti squash and homemade meatballs. This low-carb dish offers a delightful twist to the traditional pasta dish while providing a nutritious and satisfying meal. Spaghetti squash, a unique vegetable with spaghetti-like strands, serves as the base for this dish, adding a boost of fiber and essential nutrients. Juicy and flavorful meatballs, made from a blend of ground turkey, beef, and Italian seasonings, complement the spaghetti squash perfectly. Whether you're looking for a healthier alternative to pasta or simply seeking a flavorful and nutritious meal, this spaghetti squash and meatballs recipe is sure to impress.
SPAGHETTI SQUASH & MEATBALLS
With this spaghetti squash and meatballs recipe, cooking the squash first in the microwave and then in a skillet to cook off the extra moisture, gives the squash a more spaghetti-like texture.
Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen
Categories Healthy Turkey Meatballs Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Halve squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place facedown in a microwave-safe dish; add water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until the flesh can be easily scraped with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Scrape the squash flesh into the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the moisture is evaporated and the squash is beginning to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup parsley. Remove from heat, cover and let stand.
- Meanwhile, combine the remaining 1/4 cup parsley, 1/4 cup Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Add turkey; gently mix to combine (do not overmix). Using about 2 tablespoons each, form into 12 meatballs.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs, reduce heat to medium and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 4 to 6 minutes. Push the meatballs to the side of the pan, add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, crushed red pepper to taste, the remaining 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon salt; stir to coat the meatballs. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes more.
- Serve the sauce and meatballs over the squash, sprinkled with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 73.6 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 608.2 mg, Sugar 14 g
SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND EGGPLANT MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: eggplants, onion, garlic cloves, oil, dried oregano, salt, pepper, fresh basil, fresh parsley, vegetarian parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, whole milk ricotta cheese, dried oregano, egg, marinara sauce, spaghetti squash, oil, salt, pepper
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
- Combine eggplant, onion, garlic, oil, salt, pepper, and oregano on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, mixing halfway.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine eggplant mixture, basil, parsley, Parmesan, bread crumbs, ricotta, oregano, and egg, and blend until smooth.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized balls. Transfer to a cast iron pan spacing them about 2 inches apart from each other. Bake for 20 minutes.
- On a baking sheet, cover spaghetti squash with oil, salt, and pepper, add to oven and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove meatballs, add marinara sauce, and return to oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove spaghetti squash from the oven and with a fork pull at the edges to produce that stringy "spaghetti" quality.
- On a plate combine spaghetti with meatballs and garnish with parmesan and basil.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 calories, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 20 grams
SPAGHETTI SQUASH MEATBALL CASSEROLE
One of our favorite comfort-food dinners is spaghetti and meatballs. We're crazy about this lighter, healthier version that features so many veggies. It has the same beloved flavors with more nutritious ingredients! -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut the squash lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Place halves on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, for 15-20 minutes. Cool slightly., Preheat oven to 350°. Mix 1/4 teaspoon salt with remaining seasonings; add to beef, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs over medium heat; remove from pan., In same pan, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in collard greens, spinach, ricotta and remaining salt; remove from heat., Using a fork, separate strands of spaghetti squash; stir into greens mixture. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Top with the plum tomatoes, meatballs, sauce and cheese. Bake, uncovered, until meatballs are cooked through, 30-35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND MEATBALLS
Cut some carbs from a classic comfort food by swapping out pasta in favor of roasted spaghetti squash. You'll be amazed how satisfying these veggie "noodles" can be -- especially when paired with our homemade meatballs. They're tender, juicy and packed with flavor.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Halve the squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Sprinkle the cut sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt, then brush both sides with olive oil. Put the squash, cut-side up, in a baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Roast 20 minutes, then uncover and continue roasting until the squash is tender, about 35 more minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the meatballs: Brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Pulse the celery, carrot, onion, garlic and parsley in a food processor to make a paste. Transfer half of the vegetable paste to a bowl; add the ground beef, ground pork, eggs, breadcrumbs, 1 cup parmesan and 1 teaspoon salt and mix with your hands until just combined. Form into about 24 two-inch meatballs; transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Bake until firm but not cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the remaining vegetable paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until it looks dry, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato puree; rinse each can with 1 cup water and add to the pot. Stir in the basil, oregano and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a simmer, then add the meatballs and simmer until the sauce thickens and the meatballs are cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the basil.
- Use a fork to scrape the spaghetti squash flesh into strands; transfer to a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons grated parmesan. Season with salt. Divide the squash among bowls and top each with some meatballs, sauce and the remaining 1 tablespoon parmesan.
- This recipe makes extra sauce and meatballs. Let cool completely, then freeze in a storage container for up to one month.
SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: spaghetti squash, oil, salt, pepper, marinara sauce, ground turkey, parsley, white onion, garlic cloves, parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper
Provided by Joey Firoben
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Use a fork to pierce holes down the side of the spaghetti squash. Microwave for 5 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- When the squash is cool enough to touch (5-10 minutes), slice the squash open, length-wise, with a sharp knife.
- Scoop out the seeds and drizzle the squash with oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squash cut-side down for 40 minutes, until easily pierced with a knife.
- In a large bowl, gently mix together the ground turkey, onion, parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Form meatballs, and transfer to a greased baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, until fully cooked.
- Using a fork, pull the strands from the cooled spaghetti squash and transfer to serving dish.
- Top with hot marinara sauce, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 7 grams
SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND MEATBALLS
Spaghetti squash and meatballs. You can top with sauce too, if you like.
Provided by KNOEL1414
Categories Spaghetti Squash Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Cover two baking pans with aluminum foil.
- Place squash, cut-sides up, on one prepared baking sheet. Brush the insides lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Let the oil soak in for about 2 minutes, then flip so cut-sides are down.
- Cook in the preheated oven until tender when pierced with a fork, 45 to 60 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare meatballs: Combine zucchini, onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped, and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add yam and carrots to the food processor. Pulse until finely chopped, and add to the zucchini mixture.
- Add ground turkey, almond meal, eggs, sea salt, and pepper to the bowl; mix really well. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the remaining baking sheet.
- Place in the oven on another rack and cook until no longer pink in the middle, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
- Remove spaghetti squash and meatballs from the oven. Shred spaghetti squash flesh with a fork into a colander to drain. Cover the colander with foil and let drain for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Season spaghetti squash with salt and pepper and top with meatballs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 130.4 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 241.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Choose the right spaghetti squash. Look for a squash that is about 2-3 pounds in weight and has a deep yellow color. Avoid squash that has any blemishes or cuts.
- Cook the spaghetti squash properly. The best way to cook spaghetti squash is to bake it in the oven. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the squash for 45-60 minutes, or until it is tender when pierced with a fork.
- Use high-quality ground beef. For the best flavor, use 80/20 ground beef. This means that it contains 80% lean meat and 20% fat.
- Season the meatballs well. Be sure to add plenty of Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion powder to the meatballs. This will help give them a delicious flavor.
- Simmer the meatballs in a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what really brings the dish together. Be sure to use a sauce that is packed with flavor, such as a tomato sauce or a marinara sauce.
- Serve the spaghetti squash and meatballs with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include Parmesan cheese, grated mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
Conclusion:
Spaghetti squash and meatballs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make the best spaghetti squash and meatballs that your family will love.
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