low Carb Delish!
Spaghetti Squash with Basil and Roasted Red Pepper
Serves 4
1 large spaghetti squash
2 red bell peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped finely
¼ cup white wine or white balsamic vinegar
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chiffinade
Salt and pepper to taste
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Preheat oven to 400. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
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Cut spaghetti squash and bell peppers in half lengthwise. Place cut side down on sheet tray.
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Roast at 400 for 25-30 minutes. Remove bell pepper from oven and put on a plate to cool. Then remove the charred skin.
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Continue to cook the squash for another 5-10 minutes or until a fork easily pierces the skin. Cool to handle. With a fork, pull out the squash gently in strands and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in pan over medium heat. Add onions, sautéing until translucent. Add wine or vinegar, simmer until liquid is reduced by half.
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Add garlic, zucchini and mushrooms. Stir and cook until vegetables are tender.
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Add bell peppers, basil, salt and pepper. Stir in spaghetti squash.
Allium free: Substitute 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced, for onion and garlic.
Make it cheesy: Grate Parmesan on top.
Be saucy: Use any sauce that you would use on pasta on spaghetti squash—such as pesto or ground beef.
A la Lasagna: Follow your favorite recipe, using Spaghetti Squash instead of lasagna noodles. Reheat in oven for leftovers as the spaghetti squash retains moisture.