Cheesy Cauliflower Spaghetti Bake (Low-Carb Dinner)
This cheesy cauliflower spaghetti bake is the ultimate low-carb comfort food. Tender cauliflower is coated in a rich cream cheese sauce, layered with savory seasoned ground turkey, and finished with a flavorful tomato sauce and topped with cheese, for the perfect balance of creamy and hearty. Baked until bubbly and golden, this dish delivers all the cozy, pasta-night vibes without the carbs. It’s easy to make, family-friendly, and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or meal prep
Equipment
- 1 Baking Dish
- 1 Measuring Cup and Spoon Set
- 1 Non-Stick Saucepan
- 1 Silicone spoon
Ingredients
Cauliflower ("Noodles")
- 1 lb Cauliflower florets
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Parmesan cheese
Alfredo sauce
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Minced garlic
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 oz Cream cheese
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Crushed red pepper
- 1/2 tbsp Oregano
Ground Turkey
- 1 lb Ground turkey
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Garlic
- 1/2 Yellow onion chopped
- 1/2 Bell pepper chopped
- 2 cups Tomato sauce
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
- 1/2 tbsp Oregano
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F: Place the cauliflower florets into a large baking dish and drizzle with the olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parmesan cheese, then gently toss to coat the cauliflower evenly
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in the heavy cream and add the cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Add the parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, oregano, and crushed red pepper, then continue stirring and let the sauce gently simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Pour the Alfredo: Pour the Alfredo sauce evenly over the seasoned cauliflower and gently fold everything together until the cauliflower is wrapped in the rich, creamy sauce.
- Prepare the Ground Turkey: In a separate skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper, cooking until softened. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir in the tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and oregano, and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the dish. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy.