Weight Watchers Spaghetti Squash Sloppy Joe
If you're looking for a healthy twist on the classic sloppy joes, this Weight Watchers spaghetti squash sloppy joes recipe is perfect for you. Made with spaghetti squash, lean ground beef, and a homemade sauce, this dish is not only delicious but also low in calories and fat. Plus, it's easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch.
Ingredients:
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and pulp.
- Place the spaghetti squash cut side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
- While the spaghetti squash is baking, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- When the spaghetti squash is done, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands.
- Add the spaghetti squash to the skillet with the sauce and stir to combine.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
This Weight Watchers spaghetti squash sloppy joes recipe serves four and has the following nutrition information per serving:
- Calories: 277
- Protein: 24 g
- Fat: 11 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 13 g
Conclusion:
This Weight Watchers spaghetti squash sloppy joes recipe is a healthier and more delicious version of the classic sloppy joes. Made with spaghetti squash, lean ground beef, and a homemade sauce, this dish is not only low in calories and fat but also easy to make and perfect for a family dinner or a weekend lunch. Try it today and enjoy the goodness of this healthy recipe.
