SOUTHWEST SPAGHETTI SQUASH

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I found this recipe in a Low-Carb cookbook. The sweetness of the squash mixes well with the spice of the other ingredients. Low-carb and vegetarian!

Provided by Cyn2938

Categories     Black Beans

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 spaghetti squash (3 pounds)
1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
3/4 cup monterey jack cheese, divided
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cut squash in half lengthwise.
  • Remove and discard seeds.
  • Place squash, cut side down, in greased baking pan.
  • Bake 45 minutes to 1 hour or until just tender.
  • Using fork, remove spaghetti-like strands from hot squash and place strands in large bowl.
  • Add tomatoes with juice, beans, 1/2 cup cheese, cilantro, cumin, garlic salt and pepper; toss well.
  • Spray 1 1/2 quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Spoon mixture into casserole.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
  • Bake uncovered, 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.2, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 526.6, Carbohydrate 26.5, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 12.9

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