Spaghetti Squash & Turkey Meatball Boats | One Healthy Avocado
Spaghetti Squash & Turkey Meatball Boats
10 mins prepServes 2
A warm and cozy twist on spaghetti and meatballs, this dish features spaghetti squash filled with turkey meatballs, spinach, and a rich tomato sauce topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for customizing to suit everyone's tastes.
1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2: Cut the squash in half and scoop out all the seeds.
3: Drizzle both sides with olive oil and season with salt & pepper.
4: Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet.
5: Bake for 45-50 minutes or until fork tender.
6: In the meantime, prepare the sauce by adding olive oil, minced garlic, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper, and spinach in a pan.
7: Cook the meatballs according to the package instructions.
8: Simmer the sauce until it begins to bubble.
9: Once the squash has cooled, use a fork to create spaghetti-like strands.
10: Fill the squash boats with the sauce and meatballs.
11: Cover with mozzarella cheese and broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
12: Enjoy with extra oregano and red pepper flakes, if desired.
