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Turkey and Kale Lasagna Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
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Turkey Lasagna Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Turkey lasagna filling is stuffed inside spaghetti squash boats for a delicious and healthy dinner!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4
Calories: 783kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 spaghetti squash halved and seeds removed
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided use
  • 1 lb turkey sausage
  • 1 onion diced
  • 28 oz jar marinara
  • 3 cups chopped kale
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese or cashew ricotta for lactose-free version*
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups GO VEGGIE Lactose Free Mozzarella Shreds or shredded mozzarella cheese
  • GO VEGGIE Parmesan cheese for topping (or Parmesan Cheese)
  • fresh basil chopped, for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Brush each squash half with ½ tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place on a baking sheet and the pour ~ ½ cup of water onto the baking sheet. This will help steam the squash
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, until squash is fork tender. Baking time will depend on the size of your squash. You want the flesh to easily separate into spaghetti strands.
  • While the squash is baking, make the filling.
  • In large skillet, cook turkey sausage and crumble into small pieces.
  • Add olive oil to pan and add onion, cooking until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add marinara and cook until warm, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add kale and stir until it starts to wilt, about 2 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper. This will vary depending on your marinara sauce.
  • Make the ricotta mixture by combining ricotta cheese with Italian seasoning.
  • Once spaghetti squash is cooked, it's time to assemble!
  • Spread ¼ cup of the ricotta mixture onto the bowl part of each spaghetti squash.
  • Then top with marinara sauce mixture, dividing it evenly between the four squash halves.
  • Top with ½ cup of mozzarella cheese each.
  • Place on baking sheets and bake10-12 minutes in the oven, until cheese is melted.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 783kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 2213mg | Potassium: 1874mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 7087IU | Vitamin C: 89mg | Calcium: 813mg | Iron: 6mg