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Spaghetti Squash and Turkey Meatballs

Published By Stephanie
A perfect combination of seasonings with a secret ingredient to make the best meatballs for a healthy alternative to pasta by using spaghetti squash. A family-friendly healthy meal that is also great for leftovers. 
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds lean ground turkey
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 2 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves minced fresh garlic
  • 1 whole Spaghetti Squash
  • Pepper to taste
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 
  • Wash Spaghetti Squash, Poke a few holes in and place in microwave to cook on high for 12 minutes. 
  • In a mixing bowl add all ingredients and mix.
  • Form small meatballs in your hands and place on a lined baking sheet.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  • When Squash is finished cooking, allow it to rest for 10 minutes. This is so the steam isn't too hot when cutting open. 
  • Cut Squash in half. Scoop out seeds. Use fork to shred pulp out onto plates. 
  • Remove from oven. Serve over spaghetti squash with your favorite marinara sauce. Makes about 24 meatballs.

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Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 47gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 152mgSodium: 489mgPotassium: 531mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 309IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 244mgIron: 3mg
Keyword ground turkey, meatballs, turkey, turkey meatball
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