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Caprese Baked Spaghetti Squash

Delicious garlic butter baked spaghetti squash tossed with caprese salad - diced tomatoes, chopped basil, herbs, and mozzarella balls.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 2 squash boats
Calories: 364 kcal
Cuisine: Keto

Ingredients

  • 1 spaghetti squash
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 cup Campari tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup small mozzarella balls
  • ¼ cup chopped basil
  • 1 sprig rosemary chopped
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons Italian herbs seasoning divided
  • 1 tablespoon celtic or kosher salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Carefully cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and any stringy bits from the center.
  3. Place the two halves of the squash, cut-side up, on a baking sheet. Place 1 tablespoon of butter in each half. Season the squash with 1 teaspoon of garlic salt and 1/2 teaspoon of Italian herbs.
  4. In a small bowl, add 3 tablespoons olive oil, chopped basil, red pepper flakes, salt, diced tomatoes, chopped rosemary and mix. Let marinate as squash bakes.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-40 minutes or until the squash is tender. The flesh should easily separate into spaghetti-like strands with a fork - simply pull on squash, using fork like a rake, to shred squash into "spaghetti".
  6. After the squash has baked and you've pulled "spaghetti" strands, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and add spaghetti squash when shimmery. Toss them in the skillet to coat them with the oil. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the squash is heated through and has absorbed the flavors.
  7. Add caprese salad to baked spaghetti squash and toss. Mix well.
  8. Plate the sautéed spaghetti squash. I like to serve spaghetti squash back in the hollowed-out shell for a fun presentation.
  9. Your delicious and buttery spaghetti squash is ready to be enjoyed as a flavorful and low-carb side dish or even as a light main course!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 364kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 19g Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 1284mg (54%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 8g (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2squash boats

Amount Per Serving

Calories 364

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 364kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19g 112%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 1284mg 54%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 8g 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.