Spaghetti Squash Salad

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

Healthy and flavorful Spaghetti Squash Salad recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 spaghetti squash
	1 1/2 cups fresh mushrooms , sliced
	1 1/2 cups green onions , sliced
	1 red peppers or 1 green pepper , finely chopped
	1 bottle creamy garlic dressing or ( 8 ounce ) bottle Italian dressing
	to taste lettuce leaf
	to taste cherry tomatoes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

155

Sugar

12g

Fat

10g

Looking for a healthy and flavorful salad recipe? Look no further than this Spaghetti Squash Salad! Made with roasted spaghetti squash, fresh mushrooms, green onions, and peppers, this salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. Tossed with a creamy garlic or Italian dressing, this salad is not only healthy but bursting with flavor. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a side dish for dinner, this spaghetti squash salad is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
3.	Place the squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and season with salt and pepper.
4.	Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
5.	Let the squash cool for a few minutes, then use a fork to scrape the flesh into a large bowl.
6.	Add the mushrooms, green onions, and peppers to the bowl, and mix well.
7.	Pour the creamy garlic or Italian dressing over the top, and toss to coat.
8.	Serve on a bed of lettuce leaves, garnished with cherry tomatoes.

PROS

This salad is full of fresh vegetables and is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals.

Spaghetti squash is rich in fiber, which can help to regulate blood sugar levels and aid in digestion.

CONS

While this salad is healthy and flavorful, it can be higher in calories and fat if you use a creamy dressing.

To make this salad even healthier, use a homemade vinaigrette.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is packed with health benefits. Spaghetti squash is low in calories and high in fiber, which can help to promote weight loss and reduce the risk of heart disease. Mushrooms are high in antioxidants, which can help to reduce inflammation and protect against cancer. Green onions and peppers are loaded with vitamin C, which can boost the immune system and help to fight off infections.