Dressed-Up Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Dressed-Up Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small spaghetti squash; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 1 ½ tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced; ½ teaspoon garlic, minced; ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth; ¼ teaspoon marjoram; ¼ teaspoon lemon zest; 2 asparagus spears, cut into diagonal pieces; ½ cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

1
Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds.
2
Place squash cut-side down in a baking dish; pour 1/4 cup water into dish; cover with clear wrap.
3
Microwave for 7 - 10 minutes until tender; remove from water and let cool enough to handle.
4
With tines of a fork, scoop out pulp; transfer to medium bowl.
5
Heat oil in skillet; add green onions and garlic, cook over low heat, stirring frequently for 1 minute.
6
Add broth, marjoram and lemon zest; bring to a boil.
7
Add asparagus and peas; simmer covered 2 minutes.
8
Stir in cooked squash and lemon juice; cook, occasionally stirring gently until heated through, about 3 minutes.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small spaghetti squash, 1 teaspoon canola oil, 1 ½ tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced, ½ teaspoon garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Dressed-Up Spaghetti Squash falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dressed-Up Spaghetti Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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