Would you love to have dinner on the table in about 35 minutes? Then this recipe is for you! Easy Spaghetti squash marinara is a fantastic gluten-free pasta option that’s so easy to cook and something fun to eat. Pair this with a green salad, some country bread and butter for a complete meal.
What is Spaghetti Squash?
Also called vegetable spaghetti, vegetable marrow, or noodle squash. A small, watermelon-shaped variety, ranges from 2 to 5 pounds or more. It’s golden-yellow, oval and has a mild nutlike flavor. The Spaghetti squash that is the most yellow will be the ripest and best to eat.
Although it may seem counterintuitive, larger spaghetti squash have more flavor than smaller ones. When cooked, the flesh separates in strands that resemble spaghetti pasta–and here is where we have an amazing recipe for easy delicious spaghetti squash marinara without the carbs! Don’t forget to make a great marinara from scratch!
Super easy Spaghetti Squash marinara recipe using everything you already have on hand in the kitchen! Options #1: Place the scraped off spaghetti squash into a bowl and top with marinara sauce, parmesan, olives and basil and enjoy. You can also stir in the marinara sauce with the squash before serving and adding toppings. Options #2: Scrap off the spaghetti squash from the rind and leave it inside the squash, then top with marinara sauce, parmesan, olives, basil, olive & freshly ground black pepper. You can also stir in the marinara sauce with the squash before serving and adding toppings. Notes: * This spaghetti squash also pairs well with bolognese sauce or pesto or even with just some sautéed cherry tomatoes, minced garlic and lots of fresh basil.
How To Cook Easy Spaghetti Squash Marinara: Easy Vegetarian Dinner Recipes
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Janine Huldie
Wednesday 11th of September 2019
We are eating healthier and cleaner here for the last month or so. And I have been trying tons of new recipes. Been dying to make Spaghetti Squash, but wasn't sure where to start. So, your recipe came at the perfect time and totally pinning to try. So, thanks so much for sharing and excited to make this now :)