Spicy Roasted Tomato Marinara with Spaghetti Squash

Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
77%
Spicy Roasted Tomato Marinara with Spaghetti Squash
145 min.
4
740kcal

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Imagine elevating your dinner table with a vibrant, rustic dish that transforms humble spaghetti squash into a hearty, golden-yellow "boat" brimming with rich, spicy tomato goodness. This Spicy Roasted Tomato Marinara is a culinary journey that starts in the oven, where large, organic vine tomatoes are roasted until their skins split and they burst with intense, smoky flavor. The magic happens when these charred tomatoes meet a deeply savory stock base, infused with the umami punch of anchovies, the earthy depth of Parmigiano-Reggiano rind, and the bright zest of lemon. Aromatic notes of Fresno chile, garlic, and fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and marjoram weave through the sauce, creating a complex profile that is both spicy and comforting.

What sets this recipe apart is its commitment to whole, unprocessed ingredients that deliver a remarkable 77-point health score while remaining gluten-free. The sauce is built on a foundation of slow-simmered vegetables and rich chicken stock, ensuring every spoonful is packed with nutrients. When you serve this masterpiece, you aren't just eating a meal; you are savoring a symphony of textures, from the tender, shredded squash to the velvety, spice-kissed marinara. It is the perfect centerpiece for a dinner party or a satisfying family night in, proving that healthy eating can be undeniably delicious and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

  •  to 6 flat anchovy filets 
  • leaves basil torn fresh
  •  carrots sliced
  • ribs celery sliced
  • cups chicken stock see 
  •  holland chile sliced chopped
  • handful flat-leaf parsley fresh finely chopped
  •  bay leaves fresh
  • cloves garlic sliced chopped
  • cloves several garlic crushed
  •  rind of lemon peeled
  • small sprigs marjoram fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin for drizzling
  • servings olive oil extra-virgin for liberal drizzling
  •  onion quartered
  • large rind from a hunk of parmigiano-reggiano cheese trimmed
  • servings parmigiano-reggiano cheese shredded for serving
  • 24 large plum tomatoes organic ripe
  • servings salt and pepper black freshly ground
  • medium spaghetti squash 
  •  onion sweet thinly sliced chopped
  • sprigs herb bundle of several each thyme fresh
  • tablespoons tomato paste 
  • quarts water 
  • 0.5 cup white wine dry red

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • pot
  • sieve
  • aluminum foil
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Watch how to make this recipe.
  2. Place the cheese rind, herb bundle, onion, celery, carrots, lemon rind, bay leaves, chicken stock, and water into a pot and bring to a bubble, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer at least 1 hour, and then remove the rind, herb bundle, and vegetables with a slotted spoon or strainer.;
  3. Heat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  4. Arrange the tomatoes on a baking sheet or baking sheets in a single layer. Scatter the garlic among the tomatoes, dress with extra-virgin olive oil to coat and season with salt and pepper. Roast the tomatoes until they burst and skins split and begin to char, about 30 minutes. Cool the tomatoes until cool enough to handle and peel.
  5. Place the tomatoes in a bowl.
  6. Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
  7. Add the anchovies and stir until they melt into the oil.
  8. Add the sliced onions, chile, garlic, marjoram, and cover and cook to soften the onions, 10 to 15 minutes or until very sweet and soft.
  9. Add the tomato paste and stir 1 minute, then add the wine and stir a minute more. Stir in the prepared stock, prepared roasted tomatoes, parsley, and basil and simmer over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes more to combine flavors. Cool and store the sauce for a make-ahead meal.
  10. On the night you serve this meal heat the oven to 450 degrees F and cover a baking sheet with foil. Split the squash in half and scoop out the seeds, then season with salt and pepper and place cut-side down on baking sheet or sheets. Roast the squash 45 to 60 minutes, until very tender. Once the squash has been roasting 30 minutes, reheat the sauce over medium heat to a bubble, then reduce the heat to low and keep it warm. Turn the roasted squash over and shred each half with a fork turning the flesh into what looks like a yellow boat filled with spaghetti, drizzle the hot squash with a little extra-virgin olive oil and adjust the seasoning, top with lots of marinara and garnish with shredded cheese.
  11. Serve each "boat" on a platter and eat the squash and sauce right from the skin of the squash.

Nutrition Facts

Calories740kcal
Protein14%
Fat46.69%
Carbs39.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
143.46
Glycemic Load
7.03
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
45.67217404946%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
2.64mg
Apigenin
3.56mg
Luteolin
0.41mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
1.61mg
Myricetin
1.7mg
Quercetin
19.97mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:739.6kcal
36.98%
Fat:39.26g
60.41%
Saturated Fat:9.9g
61.87%
Carbohydrates:74.39g
24.8%
Net Carbohydrates:59.45g
21.62%
Sugar:36.14g
40.16%
Cholesterol:30.77mg
10.26%
Sodium:1081.58mg
47.03%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Protein:26.5g
53%
Vitamin A:9491.83IU
189.84%
Vitamin C:93.12mg
112.87%
Vitamin K:86.65µg
82.53%
Manganese:1.36mg
67.89%
Vitamin B6:1.3mg
64.83%
Vitamin B3:12.35mg
61.75%
Potassium:2155.43mg
61.58%
Calcium:602.46mg
60.25%
Fiber:14.94g
59.74%
Phosphorus:499.58mg
49.96%
Vitamin E:7.05mg
47.01%
Folate:172.25µg
43.06%
Copper:0.8mg
40.05%
Magnesium:158.45mg
39.61%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
33.9%
Vitamin B2:0.56mg
33.06%
Iron:4.63mg
25.71%
Vitamin B5:2.56mg
25.65%
Selenium:16.98µg
24.25%
Zinc:3.31mg
22.05%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.57%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%