Turkey Meatballs With Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Turkey Meatballs With Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup whole wheat bread crumbs; ¼ cup grated onion; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 ½ tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon fennel seed; 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean); 2 egg whites; 1 spaghetti squash (12 to 16 ounces); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can low-sodium crushed tomatoes; ¼ cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ⅓ cup minced green onion

Servings: persons

⅓ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
¼ cup grated onion
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 ½ tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon fennel seed
1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
2 egg whites
1 spaghetti squash (12 to 16 ounces)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can low-sodium crushed tomatoes
¼ cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
⅓ cup minced green onion

1
Mix bread crumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, red pepper, thyme and fennel seed in bowl.
2
Mix ground turkey with egg whites in large bowl, and add seasoned crumbs.
3
Knead mixture well.
4
Cover and chill meat 10 minutes.
5
Preheat broiler.
6
Split squash in half.
7
Remove seeds.
8
Place in glass baking dish, cut side down.
9
Add 3 to 4 tablespoons water.
10
Microwave on HIGH 10 to 12 minutes, or until fork-tender.
11
Set aside to cool.
12
Form 20 meatballs with chilled turkey.
13
Put meatballs on pan; broil 4 to 5 minutes.
14
Remove pan, turn meatballs over, and cook 4 minutes more.
15
Mix tomatoes and broth in 12 inch skillet; simmer over low heat.
16
Add meatballs, oregano, basil and green onion.
17
Stir and cook until hot, about 10 minutes.
18
Scrape squash into strands onto serving plate.
19
Top with sauce and meatballs.

318

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup whole wheat bread crumbs, ¼ cup grated onion, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 ½ tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley, and more.

Yes, Turkey Meatballs With Spaghetti Squash falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkey Meatballs With Spaghetti Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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