Spinach Turkey Meatballs with Marinara & Spaghetti Squash

This recipe is designed to be practical, flavorful, and easy to serve for everyday meals.

Servings2

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 cup chopped spinach
1 egg
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup marinara sauce
1 medium spaghetti squash
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: chopped basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

Heat the oven to 400°F.
Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
Place the halves cut-side down on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until tender.
In a bowl, mix the ground turkey, spinach, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, and Italian seasoning until just combined.
Form into small meatballs.
Bake the meatballs for 15 to 18 minutes, or brown them in a skillet, until they reach 165°F.
Warm the marinara sauce in a skillet or saucepan and add the meatballs.
Let the squash cool just enough to handle, then scrape the flesh into strands with a fork.
Divide the spaghetti squash between plates and top with the meatballs and sauce.

Gourmet Geek Tip

Do not overmix the turkey or the meatballs can become dense. | Roast the spaghetti squash until just tender so the strands do not become mushy. | Serve with a simple green salad.

Equipment

Mixing bowl • Sheet pans or sheet pan and skillet • Parchment paper • Large skillet or saucepan • Fork • Knife & cutting board • Measuring cups and spoons