Southwestern Spaghetti Squash Casserole will make you forget the pasta. This casserole is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic comfort food. Combining the creamy texture of spaghetti squash with vibrant flavors of the Southwest, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck.
1Spaghetti squash-cookedSee notes for cooking squash in the Instant Pot
2TspOlive oil
1Onion-chopped
1Jalapeno-seeds removed and chopped
1CanBlack beans-rinsed and drained
1LbGround beef
3TbspTaco seasoning
1CupRed enchilada sauce
1/2CupMonterey jack cheese-shredded
Salsa-garnish
Chopped tomatoes-garnish
Cilantro-garnish
Lime wedge-garnish
Pickled jalapeños-garnish
Radish sliced-garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375'
In a large skillet that is oven safe, add the ground beef and cook for 5 minutes. Drain the grease if you have excess. Add in the taco seasoning and stir to combine. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Cook the onion and jalapenos for 5 minutes. Add the black beans and corn, sauté for 2 minutes.
Add the enchilada sauce, ground beef and spaghetti squash, stir together until combined. Top with cheese and bake for 15 minutes or until wanted through and the cheese is melted.
Top with tomatoes and cilantro. Serve with the remaining garnish on the side.