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Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

This Spaghetti Squash Lasagna packs 53g protein and 577 calories per serving—substantial enough for a standalone dinner. Batch-preps 4 servings quickly on the stovetop, eliminating the oven time without sacrificing structure. Built for lifters who want traditional Italian satisfaction while staying on track with daily protein and calorie targets.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Squash, Spaghetti
  • Olive oil(15g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (divided)
  • Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(454g)
  • Italian seasoning(10g)
  • Red pepper flakes(1g)
  • Garlic(120g)
  • Pasta Sauce, Marinara, Canned
  • Vinegar, Red Wine(15g)
  • Spinach
  • Cheese, Ricotta, Whole Milk(240g)

    1% or 2% small-curd cottage cheese. Good Cultures or Daisy brand.

  • Cheese, Provolone(240g)

    Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.

  • Parmesan Cheese(60g)

    Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.

  • Parsley, Fresh

Instructions

  1. 1Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Roast the spaghetti squash according to this recipe for Roasted Spaghetti Squash.
  2. 2While the squash is baking, heat the remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high. Add the turkey, 1 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook, breaking apart the meat into small pieces, until it is fully cooked through and browned on all sides, about 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the pasta sauce and red wine vinegar. Let simmer 1 minute. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
  3. 3Place the spinach in a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to separate any large clumps. Add the ricotta, 1/2 cup fontina, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir with the fork to combine. When the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to fluff the insides into strands and add the strands to the bowl. With the same fork, stir to combine, evenly distributing the ingredients as best you can. Return the squash halves to the baking sheet, cut sides up.
  4. 4Fill the squash: Pile the ricotta/squash filling evenly into each of the four halves. Top with tomato sauce, remaining shredded cheese, and Parmesan. Return to the oven and bake until the filling is fully heated through and the cheese is melty, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  5. 5Brown the top (optional): Turn the oven to broil. Broil the squash until the cheese is extra bubbly and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Watch it carefully, and do not walk away so that it doesn't burn. Sprinkle with parsley and enjoy!

Nutrition — Per Serving

577

calories

53g

protein

33g

fat

Carbohydrates
19g
Saturated fat
17.5g
Sodium
837 mg
Dietary fiber
1.1g

4 servings per batch · ~289g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Spaghetti Squash Lasagna have per serving?

Each serving provides 53g of protein and 577 calories, with 33g fat and 19g carbs. This is the highest-protein option in the spaghetti squash lineup with carbs kept minimal through the vegetable pasta swap.

How long does Spaghetti Squash Lasagna take to prep?

Quick prep designation with 4 servings means you're batch-prepping half a week of dinners on the stovetop in one session. Per-serving active time is minimal given the protein density delivered.

Is Spaghetti Squash Lasagna good for muscle gain?

At 53g protein and 577 calories per serving, this recipe suits muscle gain phases where you want high protein intake without excessive carbs. The fat content from cheese and meat supports hormone production while staying in a controlled surplus.

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