Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats

Spaghetti squash stuffed with ground turkey taco filling, pico de gallo and chopped avocado is a fun alternative on family taco night. This recipe is sure to please the kids (omit the spices if your children are sensitive to spices) and perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola or avocado
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 4 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ cup prepared pico de gallo or salsa, plus more for serving
  • 1 2 1/2- to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 1 cup shredded mexican-style cheese blend
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 avocado, chopped