SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH TOMATOES & BASIL

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Make and share this Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes & Basil recipe from Food.com.

Provided by princess7

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
2 cups thinly sliced cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaf, plus additional sprigs for garnish
1/4 cup crumbled feta or 1/4 cup goat cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Put squash halves cut side down in a 2-quart microwave-safe baking dish.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup of water; cover the dish securely with plastic wrap.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut four slits in plastic to serve as steams vents.
  • Cook in microwave on the high setting for 12 minutes, rotating dish halfway through, until squash is soft when touched.
  • Let stand, covered,3 to 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, toss together all remaining ingredients except pinenuts;set aside.
  • While the squash is still warm, use a fork to scrape out the flesh; it will part into spaghetti like strands.
  • Add to tomato mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • Garnish with toasted pine nuts and slivered basil sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 438.7, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3, Protein 6

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