Stuffed Spaghetti Squash: A Delicious Healthy Surprise!
Stuffed Spaghetti Squash is a healthy and delicious dish that combines the unique texture of spaghetti squash with a flavorful filling, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Once the squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands.
- Mix the spaghetti squash strands with the filling mixture.
- Fill the squash halves with the mixture and top with cheese if desired.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- For a vegan option, omit the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg