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Spaghetti Squash with Swiss Chard, Dried Cranberries & Dijon Vinaigrette Recipe
This easy spaghetti squash dish, highlighted with Swiss chard and dried cranberries, is punched up with Dijon vinaigrette.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Cooling Time
10 mins
Total Time
38 mins
Servings: 6 Servings as a Side Dish
Calories: 166 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 3 pound spaghetti squash
The Dressing:
- 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons white wine vinegar
- salt & pepper to taste
The Rest:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 6 large Swiss chard leaves
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Using a large, sharp knife, pierce a spaghetti squash in several places. Place the spaghetti squash in a glass baking dish and cook in the microwave on high for about 15 minutes, turning the squash halfway through cooking.
- Before handling, let the squash stand for 10 minutes. Cut it in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds and fibers. Using a fork, twist out strands of the spaghetti squash flesh and place in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature.
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The Dressing:
- Place the Dijon mustard into a small bowl. While whisking constantly, slow pour in olive oil. Whisk until smooth and well-combined.
- Whisk in white wine vinegar, salt and pepper.
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The Rest:
- For the Swiss chard, cut the leaves away from the stems and discard the stems. Roughly chop the leaves.
- Heat the olive in a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the Swiss chard and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chard is cooked down and dark green, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the chard and dried cranberries to the spaghetti squash. Pour in half of the dressing, toss to combine. Add more dressing, to taste. Serve.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1Serving (⅙ of Recipe)
Calories
166kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
19g
(6%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Sodium
144mg
(6%)
Potassium
356mg
(10%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
3130IU
(63%)
Vitamin C
17.8mg
(20%)
Calcium
62mg
(6%)
Iron
1.5mg
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings as a Side Dish
Amount Per Serving
Calories 166
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1Serving (⅙ of Recipe) | |
Calories | 166kcal | 8% |
Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
Protein | 2g | 4% |
Fat | 11g | 17% |
Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
Sodium | 144mg | 6% |
Potassium | 356mg | 8% |
Fiber | 4g | 16% |
Sugar | 9g | 18% |
Vitamin A | 3130IU | 63% |
Vitamin C | 17.8mg | 20% |
Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.