Sausage Stuffed Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash stuffed with Sausage, Tomatoes, Parsley and baked to perfection with Parmesan Cheese on top is a very nutritious and deliciously healthy meal that can be MADE AHEAD for the work week!

Health Benefits of Spaghetti Squash

• ANTI-INFLAMMATORY. Spaghetti squash is an excellent source of anti-inflammatory vitamin A and immune-supportive vitamin C. I highly recommend including this wonderful vegetable into your winter diet.
• ZERO SATURATED FAT. 100g of spaghetti squash provides just 31 calories and contains no saturated fats or cholesterol
• WEIGHT LOSS PROMOTING. This vegetable is one of the food items recommended by dieticians in the cholesterol controlling and weight reduction programs.

Just like spaghetti

Spaghetti squash texture is something you will truly appreciate and enjoy once you are exposed to it! All you need to know how to do is shred the squash with a fork.

How to make spaghetti squash

Here’s how you make spaghetti squash like a pro.

• First things first, let’s cut each spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, then rub insides of it with 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
• Next, place halves, cut sides down, in a baking dish.
• Bake them at 375 degrees F for 40 minutes.

How to make spaghetti squash stuffing

• While spaghetti squash is baking, cook sausage, garlic, spices in the skillet on the stove top with a little bit of olive oil for 10 minutes until sausage is fully cooked. I used ground sausage patties by breaking them apart with a spoon as they were cooking.
• Add tomatoes at the very end of cooking sausage as they will soften very quickly.
• Next, add chopped parsley and mix everything well.
• Once squash is baked and cool enough to handle, shred spaghetti squash with a fork, leaving the strands in the shells.
• Lastly, spoon the filling into squash shells and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese!

FINAL STEP is to bake Sausage Stuffed Parmesan Spaghetti Squash in the oven for 20 minutes and you’re done!

I usually make this recipe every week for my son and his friends. I’m so glad I can give the kids something different with less fat. If you enjoy eating healthy vegetables as much as we do, please make sure to explore these delicious recipes:

• Easy Chicken and Vegetables Stir Fry
• Brussels sprouts and Bacon Gratin with Gruyere Cheese
• Buttery Mashed Potato Pie with Herb and Garlic Cream Cheese

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Sausage Stuffed Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash stuffed with Sausage, Tomatoes, Parsley and Parmesan Cheese is a very nutritious meal that can be made ahead for the work week!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time35 mins

Total Time45 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: sausage stuffed spaghetti squash

Servings: 4

Author: Olya

Ingredients

For squash preparation:

• 2 spaghetti squash, (halved lengthwise)
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• ⅓ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper

For filling:

• ½ pound ground sausage
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking sausage
• 2 tomatoes, cubed
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, (thyme, rosemary, oregano)
• ⅓ cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

How to bake spaghetti squash

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. On a large baking sheet, rub insides of spaghetti squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper Place halves, cut sides down, in a baking dish. Bake for 40 minutes.

How to make stuffing

• Meanwhile, heat a large skillet, add olive oil, sausage, garlic, parsley and seasoning and cook for about 10 minutes until sausage is fully cooked. Add green onions, tomatoes, and continue cooking for 5 more minutes. When ready, set aside.

How to stuff spaghetti squash

• Once squash is cooked and cool enough to handle, use a fork to carefully rake up pulp to separate it into strands, leaving the strands in the shells. Place squash halves on a baking sheet and spoon the filling into squash shells. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
• Bake for 20 minutes at 375 degrees F until filling is heated through and cheese is melted

Nutrition Facts

Sausage Stuffed Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Amount Per Serving

Calories 468 Calories from Fat 270

% Daily Value*

Fat 30g46%

Saturated Fat 8g50%

Cholesterol 46mg15%

Sodium 777mg34%

Potassium 870mg25%

Carbohydrates 38g13%

Fiber 8g33%

Sugar 15g17%

Protein 15g30%

Vitamin A 1635IU33%

Vitamin C 26.9mg33%

Calcium 246mg25%

Iron 2.9mg16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only. This information comes from online calculators. Although whatsinthepan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

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