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Spaghetti Squash with Asparagus, Ricotta, and Lemon

Spaghetti Squash with Asparagus, Ricotta, and Lemon Bliss

This Spaghetti Squash with Asparagus, Ricotta, and Lemon is a delicious low-carb dish capturing Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 medium Spaghetti Squash Roast until tender.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use extra virgin for better flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with dairy-free alternatives.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Smashed.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh-squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves Can substitute with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Omit for milder taste.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Trim woody ends.
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Toasted; walnuts can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) with the rack in the middle.
  2. Halve and seed the spaghetti squash, brush with olive oil, and roast cut-side down for 35 minutes.
  3. Trim asparagus and diagonally cut into bite-sized pieces, then toss with a little olive oil.
  4. After 25 minutes, add asparagus to the baking sheet and roast together for the last 10 minutes.
  5. Combine ricotta, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Mix roasted garlic into the ricotta mixture, then fold in the roasted asparagus.
  7. Shred spaghetti squash into a bowl and gently fold in the ricotta and asparagus mixture.
  8. Plate the dish and garnish with toasted pine nuts and a drizzle of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning and lemon juice to taste.

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