Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Broccoli, Sausage, and Cheddar Cheese
Experience the delightful combination of flavors in Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Broccoli, Sausage, and Cheddar Cheese. This wholesome dish is a fantastic low-carb alternative to traditional pasta that your family will adore. The tender spaghetti squash serves as the perfect vessel for a savory filling of crumbled sausage, fresh broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese. Ideal for busy weeknights or weekend feasts, this recipe not only satisfies but also provides essential nutrients, making it a truly nutritious choice. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, dinner can be on the table in no time!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 16 oz spicy Italian sausage (crumbled)
- 10 oz broccoli florets
- 6 oz cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
- Brush insides with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat; add crumbled sausage and cook until browned (5–7 minutes). Add broccoli and cook until tender (3–4 minutes).
- Remove from heat; mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Scrape some flesh from the baked squash to create space and fill with sausage-broccoli-cheese mixture.
- Return stuffed squash to the oven for an additional 10 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg