Spaghetti Squash with Balsamic Vegetables and Toasted Pine Nuts

Name: Spaghetti Squash with Balsamic Vegetables and Toasted Pine Nuts
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds); 1 cup chopped carrots; 1 small red onion, halved and sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained; 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and halved; 1 medium zucchini, chopped; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

The veggies can be prepped while the squash is in the microwave, so I can have a satisfying low-carb and low-fat meal on the table in about half an hour. —Deanna McDonald, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Ingredients

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
1 cup chopped carrots
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and halved
1 medium zucchini, chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Directions

Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 15-18 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute carrots and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in beans, tomatoes, artichokes, zucchini, vinegar, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through, 8-10 minutes.
When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve with bean mixture. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup bean mixture with 2/3 cup squash and 4 teaspoons nuts: 275 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 510mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 10g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 lean meat.

Originally published as Spaghetti Squash with Balsamic Vegetables and Toasted Pine Nuts in Healthy Cooking October/November 2012

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Joann

Mar 24, 2018

Made this dish and it was excellent. Easy to make.
kmpatch

Jun 21, 2017

This is easy to execute, but it took me longer than 30 minutes with all the prep. I'll remember to prep the vegetables early next time to speed things along. I might add another can of tomatoes to make it a little saucier, but it's excellent as written.
juicyfruit007

Mar 9, 2016

This was ok, but I didn't like it nearly as well as I thought I would.
mjstarrs

Oct 5, 2015

This Recipe was super yummy and easy! I had never had spaghetti squash and was searching for a way to make it. I didn't even have the beans, zucchini, or thyme and still loved it!
chand002

Jan 5, 2014

Amazing. Loved the balsamic and artichokes!
rellmac

Oct 20, 2012

Spectacular! This is absolutely one of the best recipes I've ever made.
vbange

Oct 18, 2012

I loved this recipe. It was the first time my children had spaghetti squash, and they balked, but I will try it again and I think they will like it. The flavors were delicious. We followed the recipe as written. Thanks for a great recipe!
Momof2boysandajzgigi

Oct 16, 2012

This recipe was easy and very tasty! Even my 16 year old son who hates everything asked for more!!