Turkey Meat Sauce Spaghetti Squash
A healthy and hearty Instant Pot meal made with lean turkey, marinara, and spaghetti squash. Low-carb, full of flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- - Instant Pot
- Spatula
- - Tongs
- - Fork
Ingredients
- **For the Turkey Sauce:**
- - 1 lb ground turkey
- - 1 tsp kosher salt
- - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- - 4 garlic cloves minced
- - 1 tsp dried basil
- - 1 jar 22 oz marinara sauce
- **For the Squash:**
- - 1 medium spaghetti squash about 2 lbs
- **For Serving:**
- - ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- - Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to sauté. Brown ground turkey with salt and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add garlic and basil. Sauté briefly, then deglaze the pot.
- Add marinara sauce. Halve squash and place cut-side down into sauce.
- Seal lid and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes. Quick release.
- Remove squash, shred into strands, and return to pot.
- Stir in parmesan. Top with basil and serve hot.
Notes
- Can substitute beef or plant-based meat
- Freeze in portions for future meals
- Use a high-quality marinara for best flavor
- Freeze in portions for future meals
- Use a high-quality marinara for best flavor