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Spaghetti squash casserole recipe - Dr. Axe

Hearty Spaghetti Squash Casserole


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  • Author: Dr. Josh Axe
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Of the many varieties of squash, the spaghetti squash is the best one suited for a casserole dish. This one is both fun to make and delicious. It’s also extremely good for you!


Ingredients

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  • 1 spaghetti squash, cut in ½ length-wise
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 cup kale
  • ½ red onion, chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli, chopped
  • 1½ cup marinara sauce
  • ¼ cup fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • one 7-ounce package of buffalo mozzarella
  • ¼ cup goat cheddar cheese, grated
  • fresh basil for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
  2. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place the squash face down and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until fork tender.
  3. Reduce oven to 350 F.
  4. Allow the spaghetti squash to cool and, using a fork, scrape the inside of the squash and place the strands in a bowl.
  5. In a medium-size cast iron skillet, add the spaghetti squash and remaining ingredients, except for the cheeses and basil.
  6. Using a wooden spatula, mix everything until well-combined.
  7. Top with buffalo mozzarella and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  8. Add the cheese and basil, serve and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 70 min
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (479 g)
  • Calories: 325
  • Sugar: 13.2 g
  • Sodium: 610 mg
  • Fat: 16.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8.9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5.7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 29.4 g
  • Fiber: 6.7 g
  • Protein: 18.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 48 mg