This spaghetti squash taco bake combines low-carb spaghetti squash with ground turkey, taco seasoning, salsa and cheese for a delicious, healthy and easy dinner.
I have been dying to share this recipe with you ever since I created it! It’s such a fun weeknight dinner idea that is packed with veggies and protein. If you need a new meal train idea, add this to your list! This is sure to be a favorite with kids and adults alike.
ground turkey – you can also make this taco bake vegetarian by using ground vegetarian meat crumbles in place of turkey
black beans
salsa
seasonings – taco seasoning, tomato paste, chili powder, salt and pepper
shredded Mexican cheese
toppings – green onions, avocado and plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
Simple Weeknight Dinner
This recipe is really quick and easy, especially if you roast your spaghetti squash as part of your weekly meal prep! I highly recommend using my spaghetti squash roasting technique where you chop the squash into rings. It makes for spaghetti squash that’s perfectly cooked, but not watery.
Once your squash is roasted (or at least in the oven) you can start cooking up the other ingredients.
Heat oil in a large sauté pan and add the garlic and onion. Cook until onion has softened and the mixture is fragrant. Add the ground turkey and taco seasoning to the pan and cook until turkey is cooked through. Add in the black beans, salsa, cilantro, tomato paste, jalapeño, chili powder, salt and pepper to the pan. Stir and cook until everything is well combined. Remove from heat.
Once the squash is done roasting, carefully remove the spaghetti strands from the peel and add the squash to the ground turkey mixture. Toss to combine and transfer to a baking dish. Top with cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the mixture is warm throughout and the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven and serve.
Serving Suggestions
For this taco bake I recommend topping it with fresh cilantro, green onions, tomatoes, avocado, sour cream/Greek yogurt and jalapeño slices if you like a little spice.
If you make this spaghetti squash taco bake, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below letting me know how it turned out. Your feedback is super helpful for the EBF team and other EBF readers!
This spaghetti squash taco bake combines low-carb spaghetti squash with ground turkey, taco seasoning, salsa and cheese for a delicious, healthy and easy dinner.
While squash is roasting, heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Add ground turkey and taco seasoning to the pan and cook, breaking meat apart with your spatula. Once turkey is cooked through and no longer pink, add black beans, salsa, cilantro, tomato paste, jalapeño, chili powder, pepper and sea salt to the pan. Stir until combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
One squash is roasted and cool enough to touch, remove spaghetti strands from the peel and add the squash to the pan with ground turkey mixture. Toss to combine then transfer to a 8×8 or 9×9 square baking dish. Sprinkle cheese on top.
Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes at 375°F, or until spaghetti squash bake is warm throughout and cheese is melted.
Serve topped with fresh cilantro, jalapeño, green onions, chopped tomatoes, avocado and/or sour cream.
Category:Lunch/Dinner
Method:Bake
Cuisine:Mexican
Nutrition
Serving Size:1/4 of recipe without toppings
Calories:415
Sugar:8g
Sodium:553mg
Fat:22g
Carbohydrates:26g
Fiber:7g
Protein:31g
Keywords: spaghetti squash taco bake
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I don’t normally come back to comment on recipes, but for this one, I’ll make an exception– WOW!! SO GOOD. Will definitely be putting this one into the rotation. I ended up using a 3 lb squash and a full 15 oz can of black beans. Going to try a smaller squash (2-2.5 lb) next time. Also going to experiment with adding a can of tomatoes + green chilis (drained). Absolutely Delicious!!
I have to say, I was a sceptic of the ingredients, especially since I’m not a big fan of taco anything. But lately trying lots of low carb options for my husband.
Anyways, it was absolutely delicious! I think the spaghetti squash really did it for this dish! Thanks for this great recipe!
I was super intimidated by spaghetti squash, however I saw your IG post on how to cut into rings and I jumped right in with this recipe. Is by far one of our faves
Thank you for this amazing recipe! I prepped the spaghetti squash this morning – cutting the rings was tough, but I did love how it turned out. I just prepped the beef portion on the stovetop and as I mixed in the spaghetti squash, I couldn’t help but sneak a taste – it is delicious! I love the flavor, and I’m thrilled to find a recipe that includes spaghetti squash with fun flavors of onion, garlic, and jalapeno. Thank you!
Prepared this last night and it was delicious. Super easy and healthy recipe.
I am a new Mom and I don’t have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. I will be making this it again. Thank you!
This was so simple to prepare! All fresh, wholesome ingredients and it’s my favorite kind of recipe that you can prepare in advance and then back later on. Amazing flavor, highly recommend.
Ahh yay!! So glad this recipe was a hit, Amy. Thanks so much for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I really appreciate it. 🙂
OMG…this is a new fav for cold rainy days. Easy to prepare and so tasty. I had to sub hamburger for the turkey and homemade Mexican pinto beans for the black beans. My neighbor loved it too! Thanks for a great recipe!
I have made this multiple times and it’s SO DELICIOUS! My dad actually had surgery on his tongue- so it’s hard for him to eat certain foods (mainly vegetables) but this dish allows him to get so many veggies/protein in! Every time I come home he asks me to make it. Love love love it!
I’m making this weekend, looks delicious!!! Thank you for this recipe 😋
Will leftovers keep in the fridge for a couple days without getting soggy?
Can’t wait to try!!
I never make “casseroles” but have been bored of eating the usual grilled chicken and veggies. Let me just say this recipe is definitely going into the regular rotation! so delicious and very filling for a no guilt dinner!
Wow wow wow! I NEVER leave reviews on blogs but HAD TO take the time with this one.
I grew spaghetti squash in our garden this year. My husband doesn’t “love it” but will tolerate. I like the nutritional value and the mild taste. I have been on the hunt for a recipe that would convince us to grow it again next year (it takes up SO MUCH SPACE) and this is the recipe!! So good. We made it for dinner and now have plans to make it next week for our pre prepped lunches. Thank you!! This is my first recipe from this site…I am looking forward to exploring more!
Ahh!! This makes me so happy to hear, Vanessa. Thank you so much for coming back to my site to leave a comment/review. I so appreciate it. I have lots of other spaghetti squash recipes you might enjoy if you’re up for trying more. One of my faves is this spaghetti squash pad Thai!
Ahh yay! That makes me so happy to hear, Carly. I’m so glad this dish is a hit. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it.
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I don’t normally come back to comment on recipes, but for this one, I’ll make an exception– WOW!! SO GOOD. Will definitely be putting this one into the rotation. I ended up using a 3 lb squash and a full 15 oz can of black beans. Going to try a smaller squash (2-2.5 lb) next time. Also going to experiment with adding a can of tomatoes + green chilis (drained). Absolutely Delicious!!
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Woo!! That makes me so happy to hear, Nora. I’m so glad you loved this recipe. Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!
Soo good!!!!!! My husband and I ate almost the whole thing in one night and I shared the recipe with family RIGHT away.
Thank you!!
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Woo!! So glad this recipe was a hit with your family. Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it. 🙂
Followed this recipe exactly but used my instapot for the spaghetti squash. It’s super yummy!
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So glad this recipe was a hit! Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I appreciate it. 🙂
Delicious! Thank you for sharing your recipe! Even my picky kids ate it! Win Win!
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Oh yay!! I’m so glad this recipe was a hit with the kiddos! Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it.
This dish is so delicious! It has become a staple in our house.
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I’m so glad you’ve been loving this recipe!! Thanks for the review. 🙂
Wow this is delicious! Definitely adding this recipe to our rotation of go-tos!
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Yay!! So pumped to hear this recipe was a hit!! Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it 🙂
I have to say, I was a sceptic of the ingredients, especially since I’m not a big fan of taco anything. But lately trying lots of low carb options for my husband.
Anyways, it was absolutely delicious! I think the spaghetti squash really did it for this dish! Thanks for this great recipe!
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I was super intimidated by spaghetti squash, however I saw your IG post on how to cut into rings and I jumped right in with this recipe. Is by far one of our faves
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Woo! This makes me so happy to hear, Laura. Thank you for coming back to leave a comment and star rating. I really appreciate it!
Oh yay!! I’m so glad you enjoyed this dish, Rosie. Thanks for giving it a try and for coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it. 🙂
Thank you for this amazing recipe! I prepped the spaghetti squash this morning – cutting the rings was tough, but I did love how it turned out. I just prepped the beef portion on the stovetop and as I mixed in the spaghetti squash, I couldn’t help but sneak a taste – it is delicious! I love the flavor, and I’m thrilled to find a recipe that includes spaghetti squash with fun flavors of onion, garlic, and jalapeno. Thank you!
★★★★★
So glad this dish was a hit, Jen!! Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + review. I so appreciate it. 🙂
Prepared this last night and it was delicious. Super easy and healthy recipe.
I am a new Mom and I don’t have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. I will be making this it again. Thank you!
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Woo!! So glad you loved this recipe. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. 🙂
Delicious!!
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This was incredible! Extremely easy, quick, and so flavorful! This is a new staple in our home! Thank you so much.
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This was so simple to prepare! All fresh, wholesome ingredients and it’s my favorite kind of recipe that you can prepare in advance and then back later on. Amazing flavor, highly recommend.
★★★★★
Ahh yay!! So glad this recipe was a hit, Amy. Thanks so much for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I really appreciate it. 🙂
OMG…this is a new fav for cold rainy days. Easy to prepare and so tasty. I had to sub hamburger for the turkey and homemade Mexican pinto beans for the black beans. My neighbor loved it too! Thanks for a great recipe!
★★★★★
Ahh yay!! So glad this recipe was a hit. Thanks so much for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I really appreciate it. 🙂
I have made this multiple times and it’s SO DELICIOUS! My dad actually had surgery on his tongue- so it’s hard for him to eat certain foods (mainly vegetables) but this dish allows him to get so many veggies/protein in! Every time I come home he asks me to make it. Love love love it!
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I’m making this weekend, looks delicious!!! Thank you for this recipe 😋
Will leftovers keep in the fridge for a couple days without getting soggy?
Can’t wait to try!!
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Hey Susan – Yes, the leftovers should be just fine in the fridge for a few days. 🙂 Can’t wait to hear what you think of this!
Made it so yummy!! 😋 Thank you for the recipe!!! Delicious!!
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Yay!! You’re so welcome. I’m glad it was a hit, Susan. 🙂
I made this tonight and it was so good! This just made my weekly menu short list! DELICIOUS!
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Was so good will make again 🙂
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This was so delicious and filling. We will definitely be making this again!
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I never make “casseroles” but have been bored of eating the usual grilled chicken and veggies. Let me just say this recipe is definitely going into the regular rotation! so delicious and very filling for a no guilt dinner!
★★★★★
Woot woot! So glad this recipe was a hit!! Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it. 🙂
Wow wow wow! I NEVER leave reviews on blogs but HAD TO take the time with this one.
I grew spaghetti squash in our garden this year. My husband doesn’t “love it” but will tolerate. I like the nutritional value and the mild taste. I have been on the hunt for a recipe that would convince us to grow it again next year (it takes up SO MUCH SPACE) and this is the recipe!! So good. We made it for dinner and now have plans to make it next week for our pre prepped lunches. Thank you!! This is my first recipe from this site…I am looking forward to exploring more!
★★★★★
Ahh!! This makes me so happy to hear, Vanessa. Thank you so much for coming back to my site to leave a comment/review. I so appreciate it. I have lots of other spaghetti squash recipes you might enjoy if you’re up for trying more. One of my faves is this spaghetti squash pad Thai!
Love this recipe! My boyfriend is on a special diet right now and can’t try any, would this recipe freeze well in an airtight container?
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Hey Michaela – I haven’t tried freezing it, but I would imagine it would freeze just fine in an airtight container. 🙂
This recipe was so fun to make and SO good. You can’t even tell it’s healthy because it’s so stinkin good!!
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Ahh yay! That makes me so happy to hear, Carly. I’m so glad this dish is a hit. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it.
Delicious! Very quick and easy to make.
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I’ve made this 3 times since the first time I made it. SO good and SO easy. Such a fab recipe!!!
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Woot woot! So glad you’ve been loving this recipe, Kathleen. 🙂 Thanks for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it!