Spaghetti Squash Lasagna with Broccolini
In this low-carb spaghetti squash lasagna recipe, garlicky broccolini, spaghetti squash and cheese are combined for a healthy take on a favorite casserole. This bakes right in the squash shells for a fun presentation. Serve with a big Caesar salad and some warm and crusty whole-grain bread.
Servings
4 servings
Prep Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
- 12 1/2- to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
- 1tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1bunch broccolini, chopped
- 4cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- 2tablespoons water
- 1cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/4cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
- 3/4teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2teaspoon salt
- 1/4teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 450°F.
- Place squash cut-side down in a microwave-safe dish; add 2 tablespoons water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until the flesh is tender, about 10 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in a 400°F oven until the squash is tender, 40 to 50 minutes.)
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add broccolini, garlic and red pepper (if using); cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes. Add water and cook, stirring, until the broccolini is tender, 3 to 5 minutes more. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Use a fork to scrape the squash from the shells into the bowl. Place the shells in a broiler-safe baking pan or on a baking sheet. Stir 3/4 cup mozzarella, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper into the squash mixture. Divide it between the shells; top with the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella and 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
- Bake on the lower rack for 10 minutes. Move to the upper rack, turn the broiler to high and broil, watching carefully, until the cheese starts to brown, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
Calories | 194kcal |
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Carbohydrate Total | 13g |
Total Sugars | 4g |
Added Sugars | 0g |
Fiber | 2g |
Total Fat | 11g |
Saturated Fat | 5g |
Mono Saturated Fat | 5g |
Cholesterol | 20mg |
Sodium | 587mg |
Protein | 12g |
Potassium | 334mg |
Calcium | 331mg |
Folate | 14mcg |
Vitamin B12 | 1mcg |
Vitamin E | 1mg |
Zinc | 1mg |
Vitamin B3 | 1mg |
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