Roasted Salmon With Spaghetti-Squash Recipe

Name: Roasted Salmon With Spaghetti-Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 1/2 lb) spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 2 small garlic cloves, minced; 1 small red chili pepper, minced; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1/4 teaspoon finely grated lime zest; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 lbs skinless center-cut salmon fillets, cut crosswise into thin slices; 2 large kirby cucumbers (halved lengthwise, seeded and cut into thin half moons); 2 tablespoons shredded mint

Servings: persons

1 (3 1/2 lb) spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 small garlic cloves, minced
1 small red chili pepper, minced
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 lbs skinless center-cut salmon fillets, cut crosswise into thin slices
2 large kirby cucumbers (halved lengthwise, seeded and cut into thin half moons)
2 tablespoons shredded mint

1
Preheat the oven to 500u00b0F In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the squash until al dente, about 12 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, combine the 2 tablespoons of oil with the lime and orange juices, garlic, chile and orange and lime zests. Season with salt and pepper.
3
Carefully transfer the squash halves to a large bowl and let cool. Using a fork and starting at 1 end of each piece of squash, scrape up and separate the strands. Pat dry with paper towels.
4
Spread the salmon slices on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush lightly with oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the salmon for about 3 minutes, or until barely cooked through.
5
In a medium bowl, toss the cucumbers, mint and dressing with the squash strands. Mound the salad on plates, top with the salmon and serve.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 1/2 lb) spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, and more.

Yes, Roasted Salmon With Spaghetti-Squash falls under the Seafood 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.

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Roasted Salmon With Spaghetti-Squash

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