Spaghetti Squash Bolognese

Spaghetti Squash Bolognese offers a delightful twist on traditional pasta by using spaghetti squash, making it a low-carb and nutritious option. This hearty dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for a comforting meal that won't weigh you down.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti squash - 1 medium (about 1 kg)
• Ground beef (or turkey) - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small, diced
• Celery stalk - 1 small, diced
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese (optional) - for serving

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
3. Drizzle the inside of the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
4. Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until tender.
5. While the squash is roasting, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
7. Add the minced garlic and ground beef (or turkey) to the skillet, cooking until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
8. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
9. Once the squash is done roasting, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands.
10. Serve the Bolognese sauce over the spaghetti squash, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 27 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly from the vegetables and spaghetti squash.

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