Description
This healthy and delicious meal features a roasted spaghetti squash filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, fresh broccoli, and melted mozzarella cheese, making it a perfect dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Spaghetti Squash: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle olive oil over the inside of the squash, and season with salt and pepper. Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40-45 minutes until the flesh is tender.
- Cook the Filling: While the squash is roasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Broccoli: Add broccoli florets to the skillet with the beef mixture. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the Squash: Once the spaghetti squash is done roasting, use a fork to scrape the squash flesh into strands. Mix the spaghetti squash with the beef and broccoli mixture, then stuff the mixture back into the squash halves.
- Add Cheese: Top each stuffed squash half with shredded mozzarella cheese. Place back in the oven for 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg