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Cheeseburger Casserole with Spaghetti Squash Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1675g total, 186g per serving 1x
  • Category: Main Course, Casserole
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Cheeseburger Casserole with Spaghetti Squash is a healthy and delicious twist on a classic comfort food! Ground turkey, a tangy sauce, and plenty of cheese are baked with spaghetti squash for a satisfying and low-carb meal. It’s a creative and easy-to-make casserole that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 950g cooked spaghetti squash (about 1 large spaghetti squash)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 lb ground turkey (93/7 lean) – can substitute with ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup mustard
  • 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup chopped pickles
  • 1 cup shredded lite cheddar cheese, divided
  • 3 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish. Cook spaghetti squash according to your preferred method and shred the flesh with a fork.
  2. Brown Meat and Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened. Add ground turkey, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until browned and crumbled.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti squash, browned ground turkey mixture, ketchup, mustard, Greek yogurt, and chopped pickles.
  4. Add Eggs and Cheese: In a separate bowl, whisk eggs. Add half of the shredded cheese to the spaghetti squash mixture and stir to combine. Pour in the whisked eggs and mix well.
  5. Bake: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake for 1 hour, or until set and golden brown.
  6. Serve: Let the casserole cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can use any type of ground meat you like, such as ground beef or chicken.
  • If you don’t have lite cheddar cheese, you can use regular cheddar cheese or a blend of your favorite cheeses.
  • For a spicier casserole, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
  • Serve with a side salad or your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 186g
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/cheeseburger-casserole-with-spaghetti-squash-recipe/