Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash is stuffed with fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, black beans, and my version of chorizo made with?lean ground?turkey instead of pork.

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

Ingredients

Spaghetti Squash

  • 2 (2 1/2 pound) spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¾ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup fire-roasted frozen corn
  • ¼ cup canned mild diced green chilies
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Hunt's Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup shredded queso Chihuahua or Mexican blend cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Turkey Chorizo

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried chipotle chili pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Directions

Step 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.

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

Step 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.

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

Step 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.

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

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

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

Step 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 (per serving)

546
Calories
16g
Fat
63g
Carbs
43g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 546
% Daily Value *
Total Fat16g 21%
Saturated Fat7g 33%
Cholesterol100mg 33%
Sodium1600mg 70%
Total Carbohydrate63g 23%
Dietary Fiber7g 25%
Total Sugars2g
Protein43g
Vitamin C25mg 124%
Calcium372mg 29%
Iron5mg 29%
Potassium1294mg 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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