Description
This Cheesy Sausage-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash recipe is a delicious low-carb dish that features roasted spaghetti squash filled with a savory mixture of Italian sausage, onions, garlic, marinara sauce, and gooey cheeses. It’s a satisfying and flavorful meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Spaghetti Squash:
- 2 medium spaghetti squash, halved and seeds removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Filling:
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the squash: Drizzle the cut sides of the spaghetti squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet for 35 to 40 minutes until tender.
- Cook the filling: In a skillet, cook the sausage until browned. Add onion, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer.
- Fill the squash: Shred the squash flesh into strands, mix with the sausage mixture, and top with cheeses.
- Bake: Bake the stuffed squash for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can use turkey or plant-based sausage for a lighter or vegetarian option.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
