Spaghetti Squash Bolognese

Spaghetti Squash Bolognese is a delightful low-carb twist on the classic Italian dish, combining the nutty flavor of roasted spaghetti squash with a rich, savory meat sauce. This hearty meal is both satisfying and nourishing, perfect for a healthy dinner option.

Ingredients

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

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 oven for 40-45 minutes, until tender.
5. While the squash is roasting, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
7. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
8. Add the ground beef (or turkey) to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
9. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
10. Once the spaghetti squash is roasted, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands.
11. Serve the Bolognese sauce over the spaghetti squash strands, and garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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