Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats

INGREDIENTS

medium spaghetti squash (about 2 pounds each)

3 tsp

extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/2 tsp

kosher salt

3/4 tsp

ground black pepper

2 tsp

extra-virgin olive oil

1 lb

ground turkey (93% lean) or chicken

bunch scallions (about 6), chopped, with white and green parts divided

red bell pepper, cored and chopped

1 1/2 tbsp

ground chili powder

2 tsp

garlic powder

2 tsp

smoked paprika

1/2 tbsp

ground cumin

1/2 tsp

kosher salt

1/2 tsp

black pepper

1 15 ounce can

black beans, rinsed and drained

1 14 ounce can

fire-roasted diced tomatoes in their juices

3/4 cup

freshly grated sharp cheddar, Monterey jack, cheddar jack, or pepper jack cheese, divided

For serving: chopped fresh cilantro, diced avocado, plain Greek yogurt or sour cream