Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash is named for its unique flesh, which separates into long, thin strands resembling spaghetti noodles when cooked.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Spaghetti Squash

Cooking Method: Baking, Roasting Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Dinner, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 medium Spaghetti Squash
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 4 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
• 8 leaves Fresh Basil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
3. Brush the cut sides of the squash with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
4. Place the squash halves cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40-45 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.
5. Remove the squash from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
6. Use a fork to scrape the flesh of the squash into spaghetti-like strands.
7. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
8. Add the spaghetti squash strands to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic oil.
9. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
10. Serve the spaghetti squash topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 6g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.