Southwest Spaghetti Squash Recipe 🌶️🍝
Description: I found this delightful recipe in a Low-Carb cookbook. The natural sweetness of the spaghetti squash harmoniously blends with the bold flavors of the Mexican-style tomatoes, black beans, and spices. It’s a low-carb and vegetarian dish that’s bursting with flavor and nutrition!
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 | Spaghetti squash |
| 1 | Can of Mexican-style tomatoes |
| 1 | Can of black beans |
| 3/4 | Cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese |
| 1/4 | Cup of chopped cilantro |
| 1 | Teaspoon of ground cumin |
| 1/4 | Teaspoon of black pepper |
| – | Nonstick cooking spray |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 215.2
- Fat: 7.4g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2g
- Cholesterol: 18.9mg
- Sodium: 526.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 26.5g
- Fiber: 6.4g
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Protein: 12.9g
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare squash: Carefully cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to remove and discard the seeds.
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Bake squash: Place the squash halves, cut side down, in a greased baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the squash is just tender.
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Prepare filling: While the squash is baking, prepare the filling. Once the squash is done, use a fork to scrape out the spaghetti-like strands into a large bowl.
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Mix ingredients: To the bowl of spaghetti squash, add the Mexican-style tomatoes (including the juice), black beans, 1/2 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined.
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Assemble casserole: Spray a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Spoon the spaghetti squash mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
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Top with cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the casserole.
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Bake: Bake the casserole, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Once done, remove the casserole from the oven and serve immediately.
This Southwest Spaghetti Squash dish is best enjoyed hot, straight from the oven! It’s a wholesome and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re craving something spicy or looking for a nutritious vegetarian option. Enjoy the bold flavors and satisfying textures of this delicious recipe!
