Spaghetti Squash Lasagna With Spinach Recipe
If you're looking for a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional lasagna, look no further than spaghetti squash lasagna with spinach. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it's easy to make too. Here's how to make it.
Ingredients:
- 1 spaghetti squash
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and stringy bits. Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
3. While the squash is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Add the onion and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese and egg until smooth. Stir in the parmesan cheese and chopped spinach.
6. When the spaghetti squash is done cooking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Use a fork to scrape the flesh of the squash into spaghetti-like strands.
7. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of the turkey and tomato sauce on the bottom. Top the sauce with a layer of spaghetti squash strands, followed by a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture. Repeat these layers until all of the ingredients are used up. Top the lasagna with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake the lasagna for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown. Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Spaghetti squash lasagna with spinach is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional lasagna. It's packed with flavor and nutrition, and it's easy to make too. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself how delicious and satisfying it can be!
