SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND TURKEY MEATBALLS

Spaghetti Squash and Turkey Meatballs image

Provided by Jo SB

Categories Meatballs

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

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1 large spaghetti squash
2 tablespoons oil
salt & pepper, to taste
1 (565 g) jar marinara sauce
457 g ground turkey
1/3 cup parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup white onion, finely diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
Use a fork to pierce holes down the side of the spaghetti squash. Microwave for 5 minutes.
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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.6, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 60.9, Sodium 479.9, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 19.7