My Ultimate Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Recipe!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Additional Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1poundlean ground turkey

  • ¾teaspoonsalt

  • 1teaspoongarlic powder

  • 1 ½teaspoonschili powder

  • 1teaspoonsmoked paprika

  • 1teaspoonsweet paprika

  • ½teaspoonground cumin

  • ½teaspoonground coriander

  • ½teaspoondried Mexican oregano

  • ½teaspoondried chipotle chili pepper

  • ¼teaspooncinnamon

  • teaspoonground cloves

  • 2tablespoonscider vinegar

  • 2(2 1/2 pound)spaghetti squash, halved and seeded

  • 1tablespoonolive oil

  • ½cupwhite onion, finely chopped

  • 1clovegarlic, minced

  • ½teaspoonchili powder

  • ½teaspoonsalt

  • ¼teaspoonground cumin

  • ¾cupblack beans, rinsed and drained

  • ½cupfire-roasted frozen corn

  • ¼cupcanned mild diced green chilies

  • 1(14.5 ounce) canHunt’s Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, undrained

  • 1cupshredded queso Chihuahua or Mexican blend cheese

  • ¼cupfresh cilantro, chopped

Cooking Directions

  1. Combine turkey, salt, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked and sweet paprika, cumin, coriander, oregano, chipotle pepper, cinnamon, cloves, and apple cider vinegar in a mixing bowl. Mix well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for flavors to blend.

  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  3. Cut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds and brush cut sides with olive oil. Place squash cut-side down on prepared baking sheet.

  4. Roast in preheated oven until squash is soft, 40 to 45 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.

  5. Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chilled chorizo mixture. Cook and stir, breaking up lumps, until cooked through and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add onion and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until onion becomes translucent, stirring constantly. Add garlic and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in chili powder, salt, and cumin.

  6. Stir in beans, corn, diced green chilies, and tomatoes; cover and simmer 4 to 5 minutes.

  7. Fluff spaghetti squash strands with a fork, keeping them in the shells.

  8. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  9. Divide sauce among 4 squash halves. Top each half with 1/4 cup of cheese. Return to baking sheet and bake until cheese is melted 5 to 6 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories546
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
16g
21%
Saturated Fat
7g
33%
Cholesterol
100mg
33%
Sodium
1600mg
70%
Total Carbohydrate
63g
23%
Dietary Fiber
7g
25%
Total Sugars
2g
Protein
43g
85%
Vitamin C
25mg
27%
Calcium
372mg
29%
Iron
5mg
29%
Potassium
1294mg
28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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