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Sausage + kale stuffed spaghetti squash

September 14, 2016 By Kathryn Doherty

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Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is an easy 6-ingredient recipe for a delicious, hearty, low-carb dinner!Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is an easy 6-ingredient recipe for a delicious, hearty dinner! #spaghettisquash #lowcarbrecipes #healthyeating

Hiya friends! How are you all doing?

I had a little stomach bug earlier in the week — thank you, back-to-school germs — but am now mostly rested, recovered and hoping it doesn’t make the rounds in our house.

We had J’s 3-year-old check-up yesterday and he is a healthy, growing boy. Nothing I didn’t know, but always good to have it confirmed by the professionals. 😉

I also had my first PTA meeting last night. I sometimes still feel like I’m just masquerading as an adult — like I don’t know what I’m doing and don’t belong, while everyone else has their sh** together — but I know we’re all just doing our best and hobbling along. Right? Right?! Please just speak to me in soft tones and pat my head.

Anyway, can we talk squash? And specifically spaghetti squash.

It’s a fruit. Did you already know that? How did I not?

I guess since it’s prepared as a vegetable- baked, roasted or steamed – I just thought it was.

Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is an easy 6-ingredient recipe for a delicious, hearty dinner!

Nope. It’s a fruit. So is butternut squash. And pretty much every other winter squash.

It’s because they have seeds on the inside, which is one of the defining feature of a fruit.

Should have know, but still, mind blown. 🤯

Anyway, I love me some spaghetti squash, whatever food group it might fall into. It’s light but rich and it makes a seriously fantastic low-calorie, low-carb, nutrient-dense alternative to pasta. 

Plus it’s just crazy to see that hard squash yield those long, thin strands. A fun food for sure!

Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale

My spaghetti squash with pesto, peas and shrimp is a great light all-in-one meal. And I also love my 4-ingredient spaghetti squash with pesto chicken for an easy, healthy meal. And spaghetti squash with chicken and broccoli is something I can make with ingredients I usually always have on hand.

Today’s stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is still healthy and fairly light, but it’s also a nod to the coming cold weather and the need for all things comfort food.

And it’s only 6 ingredients (plus olive oil, salt and pepper)! Can’t beat that for keeping things simple at dinnertime!

It’s hearty, earthy, fill-you-up food that will make your belly full and happy without packing on the pounds. I don’t need any more of that kind of insulation 😉

Now, I’ve got some notes, tips and substitutions coming up below. Just tryin’ to be helpful.

If you want to jump on down to the recipe, simply scroll right on through the rest of the text. The recipe card is near the bottom of the page, above the comments section.

Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale

Notes on sausage and kale stuffed spaghetti squash:

  • I use hot Italian turkey sausage for a little kick. You can substitute mild turkey sausage or use pork sausage or chorizo.
  • I’m lazy so I just tear the kale leaves as I’m taking the stem off and washing them. That’s good enough for this recipe, but you could certainly chop them more finely if you’d like smaller pieces.
  • I like onion and the flavor it adds but you could reduce or omit it if you prefer not to have onion in the final meal.
  • You can pull the strands of your spaghetti squash after it’s cooked and then add the sausage and kale stuffing mixture, or you can just pile it on top and let everyone scrape their own spaghetti squash as they’re eating.

Also, if you want to get this partially prepped ahead of time, to make things easier at night, you definitely can.

Make-ahead tips for spaghetti squash with sausage and kale:

– You can roast the spaghetti squash and make the sausage stuffing mixture ahead of time so they are completely cooked.

– Let cool slightly then store them separately in the refrigerator in a covered container. (You can just wrap each spaghetti squash half in plastic wrap.)

– Take everything out of the fridge while you preheat the oven to let the squash and sausage mixture come to room temperature a bit.

– Assemble thee stuffed spaghetti squash, then cook at 400 for 20 minutes or until heated through. Add the Parmesan cheese on top in the last 5 minutes to get it melted down.

Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale

And here’s my strategy for getting this on the table more quickly if you’re making it at night.

Time-saving tips for sausage and kale spaghetti squash:

  • I prep the squash and get it roasting first.
  • While it’s in the oven, I start browning the sausage.
  • While the sausage is cooking, I wash and prep my kale so it’s ready to go.
  • While everything is in the oven to get the cheese melted at the end, open your wine — or pour another glass if you’ve already started. No judgment. 😉

Last thing, you don’t have to bake the spaghetti squash to get it cooked through originally. You can also do Instant Pot spaghetti squash or microwave spaghetti squash to get it ready for this dish.

Get to stuffing your squash and enjoy!

XO,

Kathryn

Yield: 4 servings

Sausage and kale stuffed spaghetti squash

Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is an easy 6-ingredient recipe for a delicious, hearty dinner!

Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is an easy 6-ingredient recipe!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 medium spaghetti squash
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb. hot Italian turkey sausage (see notes)
  • 1 large bunch kale, trimmed off stalk and roughly chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  2. Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. (For easier cutting, you can microwave each squash for about 5 minutes to soften it.)
  3. Place each squash half, cut side down, on baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the squash is tender. (Exact timing will depend on the size of your squash. You’ll be able to tell by pushing on the outside or putting a fork into the inner strands of the inside of the squash if it’s tender.)
  5. While the squash is cooking, prep the filling.
  6. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute for 2-3 minutes, until tender. Add garlic and saute another 30 seconds.
  7. Add sausage and cook until well browned on both sides and cooked through, breaking it up with your spatula as it cooks, about 7-8 minutes total.
  8. (While the sausage is cooking, I prep my kale.)
  9. Next, add the kale to the pan and stir to combine and help it wilt down. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  10. Once kale is wilted, turn off heat and set the pan aside.
  11. When the spaghetti squash is cooked, season the inside of each squash with the remaining salt and black pepper. You can either use a fork to pull out the strands of each squash first or you can add the kale and sausage stuffing right on top.
  12. Sprinkle each stuffed spaghetti squash with 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
  13. Return the spaghetti squash to the oven at 400 for about 5-7 minutes to melt the cheese and get everything warmed through.

Notes

You can substitute mild turkey sausage or use pork sausage or chorizo.

I tear the kale leaves as I’m taking the stem off and washing them. That’s good enough for this recipe, but you could certainly chop them more finely if you’d like smaller pieces.

I like onion and the flavor it adds but you could reduce or omit it if you prefer not to have onion in the final meal.

You can make the spaghetti squash and the stuffing mixture ahead of time and store them separately in the refrigerator. Take everything out while you preheat the oven to let it come to room temperature a bit then cook at 400 for 20 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 442Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 1338mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 8gSugar: 13gProtein: 35g
© Kathryn Doherty
Category: Main dishes
Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is an easy 6-ingredient recipe for a delicious, hearty, low-carb dinner! #spaghettisquash #lowcarbrecipes #healthyeating

Stuffed spaghetti squash with sausage and kale is an easy 6-ingredient recipe for a delicious, hearty dinner!

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Comments

  1. diane says

    September 14, 2016 at 8:23 AM

    I love spaghetti squash and this sounds and looks wonderful! Pinning!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 14, 2016 at 11:34 AM

      Thanks so much Diane! I hope you give it a try!

      Reply
  2. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says

    September 14, 2016 at 8:24 AM

    Glad you are starting to feel better, Kathryn! Bugs and colds are certainly common around this time of year! I think that you have your s*** together! But, I do know what you mean!! I sometimes feel that way too and feel that sometimes I have no clue what I’m doing and everyone else is so organized and composed. I guess we all feel like that from time to time, hey? You got this, girl 😉 !

    My mind is blown too! I did not know that squash was a fruit! That be cray cray! Either way, fruit or veggie, it’s still delish and love the recipe you have here! Looks delicious!! Pinned, of course 🙂 Have a great weekend and hope you feel 100% better soon! xoxo

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 14, 2016 at 11:35 AM

      Ha, don’t be fooled – not together at all 😉 But we’ve got this anyway! Have a wonderful week Dawn! XO

      Reply
  3. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    September 14, 2016 at 8:31 AM

    Anything with seeds is a fruit 😉
    Don’t you just love how they are your whole meal!? Plate, food, easy clean up, haha! Spaghetti squash boats are always a fun dinner base!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 14, 2016 at 11:37 AM

      I know, I just for some reason wasn’t applying that to squash! And 100% agree – love that they are their own little serving vessel 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kelli says

    September 14, 2016 at 10:48 AM

    Such a perfect beginning of Fall recipe! Plus looks easy enough to make ahead of time for busy weeknights. Pinned to make later this week 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 14, 2016 at 11:38 AM

      All the yummy fall food helps make the seasonal transition a little easier I think! Hope you do try this Kelli!

      Reply
  5. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    September 14, 2016 at 12:56 PM

    Oh no, so sorry you got a stomach bug, but SO glad you are feeling better! I’ll keep my fingers crossed it doesn’t make the rounds in your family! I feel like I probably learned squash was a fruit in culinary school, but I totally chose to forget it. Oops?! So thanks for the reminder!! lol. I agree with you, spaghetti squash is SUCH a fun food! And I happen to seriously LOVE it! Obviously you can guess how I feel about this stuffed squash – LOOOOOVE! I am swooning over how hearty, yet light this dish is! Absolutely perfect for fall! Cheers, friend!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 15, 2016 at 3:48 PM

      So far, everyone else is A-OK! And yay for squash season! Hope you have a wonderful friend Cheyanne!

      Reply
  6. Rebecca Miller says

    September 15, 2016 at 9:42 AM

    What a great recipe here! I love the fall combos! This would be perfect for Thanksgiving, too!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 15, 2016 at 3:48 PM

      Thanks so much Rebecca!

      Reply
  7. CakePants says

    September 15, 2016 at 10:20 PM

    Spaghetti squash are one of my favorite things about fall and this recipe is no exception – it looks lip-smacking good! I’m glad you’re feeling better. I know it’s only a matter of time before I get sick, now that classes are back in session and I’m teaching four days a week. Hopefully veggie-packed recipes like these will help keep us both healthy!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 16, 2016 at 9:28 AM

      Fingers crossed for no yucky germs for you! And yes – let’s fuel up with all the yummy, good-for-us foods to keep healthy!!

      Reply
  8. Joanne says

    October 6, 2016 at 9:28 AM

    This recipe sounds great. I may try it with butternut squash, pork sausage and spinach as a variation if I don’t see spaghetti squash at produce stand.

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      October 6, 2016 at 6:42 PM

      That sounds like a delicious combination as well, Joanne!

      Reply
  9. Sejal says

    October 30, 2016 at 10:55 AM

    Where did you find this sausage? Do you remove y
    From the casing?

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      October 30, 2016 at 8:03 PM

      I used hot Italian turkey sausage found at my local grocery store but, as noted above, you can substitute mild turkey sausage or pork sausage. And yes you should remove it from its casing to saute it for this recipe. Hope you try it!

      Reply
  10. Lania says

    September 26, 2019 at 8:14 PM

    The recipe says 2 spaghetti squash, does this mean 2 halves??? Or 2 whole squashes?

    Reply
    • Kathryn Doherty says

      September 27, 2019 at 12:45 PM

      Hi, it’s 2 whole spaghetti squashes. You end up with 4 halves and it’s 4 servings, so each person gets a stuffed half squash. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  11. Ria says

    April 5, 2020 at 2:02 PM

    Can I substitute the fresh kale for canned kale?

    Reply
    • Kathryn Doherty says

      April 5, 2020 at 4:43 PM

      The recipe does call for fresh kale, removed from the stalks and chopped. So yes, use fresh!

      Reply
      • Kathryn Doherty says

        April 5, 2020 at 4:47 PM

        Oh wait, do you mean you want to use canned kale instead of the fresh? I’ve honestly never tried canned kale and I have a feeling the flavor is a bit different – it’s probably cooked all the way whereas the kale here is just wilted down. But you could certainly give it a go. Would love to hear how it turns out!

        Reply

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