Microwave Spaghetti Squash & Meatballs
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Say hello to a quick and delicious meal with this Microwave Spaghetti Squash & Meatballs recipe! You'll be savoring every bite of this wholesome dish that's perfect for busy weeknights and cozy weekends alike.
Tasty Team
95% would make again
Under 30 minutes
Under 30 minutes
Ingredients
for 2 servings
- 1 spaghetti squash
- 1 tablespoon oil
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- 12 meatballs, fully cooked
- 2 cups pasta sauce (520 g)
- grated parmesan cheese, to serve
- fresh parsley, chopped, to serve
Nutrition Info
- Calories 443
- Fat 28g
- Carbs 36g
- Fiber 9g
- Sugar 17g
- Protein 16g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Slice the spaghetti squash in half. If you’re having difficult, poke some holes with a knife, then microwave for 5 minutes.
- Scoop out the seeds and innards with a spoon, then rub oil, salt, and pepper all over the surface.
- Microwave for about 10-15 minutes until the squash is tender and pulls away from the skin easily.
- Using a fork, shred the squash into noodle-like strands.
- Microwave the meatballs with the pasta sauce, covered, for about 2 minutes or until the meatballs are fully heated through.
- Spoon the meatballs and sauce on top of each spaghetti squash half, garnish with the Parmesan and parsley.
- Enjoy!
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