ROASTED SHRIMP WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH

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SMART SUBSTITUTION Spaghetti squash makes a great, gluten-free stand-in for pasta; after roasting the halved squash until tender, scrape the flesh with a fork into long spaghetti-like strands. Roasted shrimp are brightened with the addition of lemon juice and fresh parsley.

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 pounds), halved lengthwise
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 cup water
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Season cut sides of squash with salt and pepper. Place, cut side down, in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the water and bake until tender when pierced with a sharp paring knife, about 45 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, on a rimmed baking sheet, toss shrimp with 1 teaspoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast until opaque throughout, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Scoop out seeds from squash and discard. With a fork, scrape flesh into a large bowl. Add shrimp and any cooking juices, lemon juice, and remaining tablespoon oil; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, top with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
  • (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 234
  • Fat: 6.7g (1.2g Saturated Fat)
  • Protein: 25.7g
  • Carbohydrates: 19.1g
  • Fiber: 4.1g

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