How to Make Spaghetti Squash Casserole with Pasta Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spaghetti squash is a versatile vegetable that can be used as a healthy, low-carb alternative to traditional pasta. One delicious way to enjoy this nutritious ingredient is by making a spaghetti squash casserole with pasta sauce. This hearty and satisfying dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or for entertaining guests. Not only is it delicious, but it's also packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making it a nutritious choice for anyone looking to incorporate more vegetables into the...

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
  • cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ pound bulk Italian sausage
  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ medium onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar pasta sauce
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 8-inch casserole

  • Pierce squash a few times with a very sharp knife. Place squash in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high power until squash is tender and a knife can easily poke through the skin, 10 to 13 minutes. Let squash rest, undisturbed, for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in sausage, zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Saute, stirring occasionally, until veggies are tender and sausage is crumbly and brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Cut open squash and remove and discard all seeds. Scrape out the flesh with a fork and add to the sausage and veggie mixture. Season with salt and pepper and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir in pasta sauce and transfer to the prepared casserole dish. Top with shredded Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and cheeses are melted, about 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    490 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 1568mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 55mg
    • Calcium: 341mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1163mg