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Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Creamy Spinach Mushroom Stuffed Squash in 40 Minutes


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and healthy dish featuring roasted spaghetti squash stuffed with a creamy spinach and mushroom filling. Perfect for a satisfying vegetarian meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
  3. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 40 minutes until tender.
  5. While squash roasts, heat remaining oil in a pan over medium heat.
  6. Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in garlic and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts.
  8. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese.
  10. Scrape squash flesh into strands with a fork, then mix with the creamy filling.
  11. Stuff mixture back into squash shells and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use cremini or button mushrooms for best results.
  • For a vegan version, substitute coconut cream for heavy cream and nutritional yeast for parmesan.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 squash
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: spaghetti squash, stuffed, vegetarian, creamy, mushrooms, spinach