Easy Keto Spaghetti Casserole
A comforting and low-carb keto spaghetti casserole made with spaghetti squash, a rich meat sauce, and creamy cheese layers. Perfect for a healthy, gluten-free dinner!
Equipment
- 9x13-inch Casserole Dish
- Large skillet
- Medium Bowl
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 pounds lean ground turkey or beef
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning divided
- 1.5 cups sugar-free marinara sauce
- 2 cups cooked spaghetti squash
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (part-skim for a lighter option)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- 1. Prep Oven & Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics & Meat: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the diced onion for 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Add the ground turkey or beef, breaking it apart, and brown until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- 3. Season Meat Sauce: Stir in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and the marinara sauce with the browned meat. Mix well and set aside.
- 4. Prepare Cheese Layer: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 5. First Squash Layer: Spread half of the cooked spaghetti squash evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
- 6. First Cheese Layer: Carefully spread half of the creamy cheese mixture over the spaghetti squash layer.
- 7. First Meat Layer: Spoon half of the meat sauce mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
- 8. First Mozzarella Layer: Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the meat sauce.
- 9. Repeat Layers: Repeat all layers with the remaining spaghetti squash, cheese mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella.
- 10. Bake & Broil: Bake for 30 minutes, or until bubbly and thoroughly heated through. For a golden, toasted top, broil for the final 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Enjoy your wholesome meal!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 343
Total Carbs: 7g
Net Carbs: 6g
Fats: 20g
Protein: 33g
Calories: 343
Total Carbs: 7g
Net Carbs: 6g
Fats: 20g
Protein: 33g
