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Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes recipe is a Italian meal that takes 30 minutes to make. If you enjoy Italian for , you will like Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes!

Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes

Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes Recipe
Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes

This is my favorite meal when I want pasta but can't have it. This feels so rich and hearty, but it is low in fat, calories, and carbs; but high in fiber, potassium and deliciousness! P.S. It also freezes well when assembled in layers. Feel free to swap the beef with ground chicken, pork, turkey, or even tvp.

How Long Does Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes Recipe Take To Prepare?

Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes takes 15 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes Recipe Take To Cook?

Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes takes 30 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes Recipe Make?

Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes makes 4 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes Recipe?

The ingredients for Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes are:

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1tbs basil chopped
1 tbs olive oil
1 lemon
3 garlic cloves
1 Spaghetti Squash, 4 cups roughly
1 tbsp chopped shallots
1/2 can tomato paste
2 cups fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 tbs italian seasoning
1 tsp creole seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup low fat ricotta cheese
1 lb 91 % lean ground beef


How Do I Make Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes?

Here is how you make Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes:

Makes 4 servingsPreheat oven to 400 degreesSplit spaghetti squash in half and scoop out seedsThen lightly spray with pam or similar spray and place flesh side down on a cookie sheet and put in oven for 25-30 minutes.While squash is in oven, saute shallots, garlic, red pepper flakes, and olive oil in a medium heat pan until translucent. Then stir in ground beef.When ground beef is almost cooked through add tomato paste, italian seasoning, and creole seasoning. Let the paste caramelize slightly and finish cooking beef through.Add tomatoes to pan, stir, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.Once squash is out of the oven, take a fork and scrape the flesh out completely, then mix with lemon juice, basil, and kosher salt (you can mix the ricotta in here if you want to).You can serve this layered like a lasagna or you can let everyone serve themselves. Hope you enjoy!Makes 4 servingsNumber of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ERIKASIMI.


What's The Nutritional Info For Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes?

The nutritional information for Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 358.1
  • Total Fat: 15.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 85.0 mg
  • Sodium: 584.2 mg
  • Total Carbs: 26.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.3 g
  • Protein: 32.2 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes?

Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes is Italian cuisine.


What Dietary Needs Does Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes Meet?

The dietary needs meet for Italian Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Tomatoes is Low Carb


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