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Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowl

Our Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowl is a filling, hearty, vegetarian dish. It's also fun to serve at any gathering! This recipe is similar to our Southwest Baked Potatoes and our Southwestern Pepper Cups.

Makes: 4 Servings

Ingredients
2 medium spaghetti squash (about 2 pounds each)
2 Tbs oil, olive or canola work well
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups frozen corn, thawed and drained 

3 cups frozen peppers/onions mix, thawed and drained 
½ cup salsa, low sodium
1 tsp cumin
½ cup shredded cheese, cheddar, fiesta, or other is fine

Optional toppings: Green onions, additional salsa, cilantro, nonfat plain Greek yogurt, avocado, Jalapeños

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut stem off each spaghetti squash, then slice squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and dark orange stringy pulp with a spoon. 
  3. Brush with olive or canola oil, and place cut side down on a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake for about 45 min, or until flesh is easy to pierce with a fork.
  4. Use a fork to scrape the inner fleshy part of each squash half, creating your "noodles".  Spoon ¼ of the beans, corn, peppers/onions, salsa, and jalapeño into each squash half. Sprinkle cumin on each, then toss to combine.
  5. Top each half with shredded cheese, then stick (cut side up) back in the oven on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and mixture is heated throughout.
  6. Serve straight from the squash, topped with green onions, cilantro, or any other items you like!  
Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowls
No Added Sugar Recipe
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Nutrition Information
Serving Size: ½ spaghetti squash

Calories: 440
Total Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Protein: 16g
Sodium: 510mg
Carbohydrates: 72g
Added Sugar: 0g
Fiber: 18g


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  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Recipe Categories >
      • Kid Friendly Recipes
      • No Added Sugar
      • Vegetarian Recipes
      • Heart Healthy Recipes
      • Five Ingredients or Less
      • Quick and Easy Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Breads and Muffins
    • Desserts
    • Dips and Salsas
    • Drinks and Smoothies
    • Meatless Meals
    • Meals with Meat
    • Salads
    • Side Dishes
    • Snacks
    • Soups and Stews
    • Sodium Free Spice Blends
    • Recetas
  • Farmers Markets
    • Find a Farmers Market
    • CT Crop Calendar
    • Using SNAP/EBT at Farmers Markets
  • Education
    • Healthy Eating >
      • MyPlate
      • Understanding The Nutrition Label
      • Added Sugar
      • Healthy Snacking Tips
      • Calories Needed Each Day
      • What is "enough" fruits and vegetables
      • Recipe Videos
    • Budget Shopping >
      • Healthy Shopping on a Budget
      • What Can $16 Buy?
      • Budget Pantry
    • Diabetes >
      • Healthy Eating with Diabetes
      • "Diabetes-Friendly" Recipe Guide
    • Heart Health
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    • Physical Literacy
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