Spaghetti Squash with Edamame-Cilantro Pesto

Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Spaghetti Squash with Edamame-Cilantro Pesto
45 min.
6
219kcal

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Looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish that will impress both family and friends? Try our Spaghetti Squash with Edamame-Cilantro Pesto! This gluten-free delight is not only vibrant and colorful, but it's also packed with flavor and health benefits. Spaghetti squash, with its unique texture, serves as the perfect canvas for a creamy, zesty pesto made from thawed edamame and fresh cilantro.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a dish that boasts a refreshing twist on traditional pesto. The combination of nutty edamame, aromatic garlic, and zesty cilantro creates an irresistible flavor profile that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, with only 219 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free treat that fits perfectly into any meal plan.

Whether you're looking for a tasty starter, a satisfying side, or a unique snack, this recipe is versatile enough to serve any occasion. The vibrant green pesto not only highlights the beautiful strands of spaghetti squash but also makes a fantastic conversation starter at dinner parties. So why not elevate your culinary repertoire with this delightful dish and enjoy the healthful benefits it has to offer?

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • pound edamame green frozen shelled thawed ( soybeans)
  • tablespoon olive oil extravirgin
  • 1.3 cups cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • ounce parmesan cheese fresh grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  • pound spaghetti squash 
  • cup vegetable broth 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Cut each squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds.
  3. Place squash halves, cut sides down, on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  4. Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until tender. Cool slightly. Scrape inside of squash with a fork to remove spaghettilike strands to measure about 8 cups.
  5. Place in a large bowl.
  6. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss gently to combine. Cover and keep warm.
  7. Place cilantro, broth, oil, pepper, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, garlic, and edamame in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped.
  8. Serve edamame pesto over squash; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories219kcal
Protein18.52%
Fat29.72%
Carbs51.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.67
Glycemic Load
0.38
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.9939129909743%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.71kcal
10.94%
Fat:7.63g
11.74%
Saturated Fat:1.41g
8.84%
Carbohydrates:29.92g
9.97%
Net Carbohydrates:22.7g
8.25%
Sugar:9.86g
10.95%
Cholesterol:3.21mg
1.07%
Sodium:473.54mg
20.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.7g
21.4%
Fiber:7.22g
28.89%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.92%
Potassium:657.95mg
18.8%
Calcium:184.54mg
18.45%
Iron:3.01mg
16.73%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.65%
Vitamin K:14.39µg
13.7%
Vitamin A:667.86IU
13.36%
Vitamin B3:2.61mg
13.04%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.14%
Magnesium:35.55mg
8.89%
Folate:34.65µg
8.66%
Vitamin C:6.85mg
8.3%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.03%
Phosphorus:68.26mg
6.83%
Copper:0.11mg
5.63%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.2%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.46%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.16%
Selenium:2.04µg
2.92%
Source:My Recipes