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Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Spinach

Mouthwatering Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Spinach

A healthy and satisfying Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Spinach, perfect for a hearty dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Italian sausage
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Brush insides with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 35–40 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage for about 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned. Stir occasionally.
  3. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 3–4 minutes until mushrooms soften.
  4. Stir in fresh spinach and let it wilt for about 2 minutes. Then, add halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Remove roasted spaghetti squash from the oven and fluff strands with a fork. Spoon sausage and vegetable mixture evenly into each half.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the stuffed squash. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1half squashCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute with other vegetables or proteins and switch up the cheese for a different flavor.

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