Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes, Basil, and Parmesan

Here is a delicious late summer side dish bursting with fresh flavors. This dish would go well with a grilled entrée.

Prep 15 minCook 45 minTotal 60 minUpdated Jul 3, 202660 minLow CarbVegetarianGluten FreeKeto Friendly

Here is a delicious late summer side dish bursting with fresh flavors. This dish would go well with a grilled entrée.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Spaghetti squash (about 1 squash)
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 2 tsp Dried basil
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 tsp Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the 2 squash halves, cut side down, in glass baking dish. Add about 1/4 cup water and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on high 12 minutes or until soft when pressed. Let stand covered for 3 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk oil, basil, oregano and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Stir in tomatoes and season lightly with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Scrape squash out with a fork, add strands to tomato mixture, and toss until combined. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.

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