Description
Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein is a delicious, health-conscious twist on a beloved classic. This dish combines the satisfying texture of spaghetti squash with vibrant vegetables and flavorful sauces, making it a standout option for weeknight dinners or meal prep. It’s incredibly adaptable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite proteins like chicken or beef, or to add extra veggies for a nutrient-packed meal. With its quick preparation time and irresistible taste, Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein will quickly become a family favorite that delights both guests and yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 spaghetti squash (about 3 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup snow peas (or sugar snap peas)
- 1 large carrot (julienned)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Oil a sheet pan.
- Halve the spaghetti squash lengthwise, scoop out seeds, and place cut-side down on the sheet pan.
- Roast for about 45 minutes until tender; then fork out the strands and set aside.
- Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, and oyster sauce in a bowl; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add bell pepper, snow peas, and carrot; cook until tender.
- Incorporate the spaghetti squash strands and sauce into the skillet; stir until well combined and heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg