Spaghetti Squash with Herbs and Lemon

This dish reflects the Let’s Veg lifestyle of keeping meals light and energizing.
Spaghetti squash offers a simple vegetable base that supports balanced eating.
Fresh herbs and lemon bring brightness without heaviness.
Clean preparation helps maintain natural flavor and steady nourishment.
A calm, vegetable-forward meal that fits naturally into everyday routines.

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Spaghetti Squash with Herbs and Lemon

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Spaghetti squash with herbs and lemon for a light and refreshing vegetable-forward vegetarian meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 143

Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1 large spaghetti squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
3. Brush cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
4. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until tender.
6. Use a fork to scrape the squash into strands.
7. Transfer strands to a serving bowl.
8. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently.
9. Sprinkle parsley and basil over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 143kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 129mgPotassium: 302mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 488IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Roast until easily pierced with a fork.

Add extra lemon juice for brightness if desired.

Serve warm for best texture.

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