Description
A healthy and delicious meal featuring spaghetti squash stuffed with a savory mixture of spinach and mushrooms.
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat 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.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
- While the squash is baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the squash is tender, remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Use a fork to scrape out the spaghetti-like strands from the squash.
- Stir the spinach and mushroom mixture into the squash strands.
- Top with Parmesan cheese and serve.
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like onions or bell peppers to the filling.
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a vegan alternative.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American