Brown Sugar Spaghetti Squash
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Brown Sugar Spaghetti Squash
Description
This recipe centers on roasting halved spaghetti squash with coconut oil to soften the flesh and develop a light caramelized note. Once tender and easily pierced with a fork, the squash is shredded into long, noodle-like strands. A mixture of melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg is stirred together and drizzled over the warm squash, coating the strands with a sweet, aromatic glaze.
Adding chopped nuts like pecans and walnuts along with raisins contributes added texture and bursts of flavor, contrasting the soft squash. The warm blend of spices and butter enhances the natural sweetness of the squash, making it a comforting autumn dish.
This dish is suitable as a side for savory meals or served on its own as a lightly sweet vegetable serving. The recipe flexibility with optional nuts and fruit allows adjustment to taste or dietary preference.
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash medium
- 2 tablespoon coconut oil
- 6 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional:
- 1/4 cup pecans chopped
- 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Lightly brush a baking sheet with oil or nonstick baking spray.
- Cut the squash in half lengthwise from stem to tail and scrape out the seeds.
- Melt coconut oil and drizzle it over the inside of the squash. Use your hands or a brush to evenly distribute on the inside of the halves.
- Place squash, cut-side down, onto the prepared baking sheet or baking dish.
- Place into oven and roast until tender, about 45 minutes to one hour, depends on the size of the squash. The squash is ready when its easy pierced with a fork.
- Remove from oven and let rest until cool enough to handle.
- Using a fork, scrape the flesh to create long strands.
- Add butter to a medium bowl and microwave for about 40 seconds to melt.
- Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg until fully combined.
- Drizzle the butter mixture over the spaghetti squash.
- Top with walnuts, pecans and raisins if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 462 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 462kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 197mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 413mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 815IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 5.5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 91mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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