Vegetarian Soup With Spaghetti Squash Noodles

Name: Vegetarian Soup With Spaghetti Squash Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs spaghetti squash; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cups mirepoix (chopped onion, celery, and carrot); 3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1.5 tbs); 10 ounces portabella mushrooms (sliced baby bellas!); 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with basil; 8 cups vegetable broth; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced; 6 ounces Baby Spinach; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Place squash skin side up (one half at a time), on microwave-safe dish; cover with microwave-safe plastic wrap. Microwave on HIGH 10-12 min, until tender. Let stand 10-15 min, until cool enough to handle. Carefully remove wrap to avoid steam.
2
Run tines of fork lengthwise over squash to loosen spaghetti-like strands; scoop out strands; set aside.
3
While squash microwaves, heat large stockpot on MEDIUM-HIGH; add oil and mirepoix. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 min, until softened. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook, stirring, about 2 min, until vegetables start to brown. Stir in tomatoes; simmer 8-10 minute.
4
Add vegetable stock; simmer 20 minutes. Stir in squash and thyme; season to taste with salt and pepper. Simmer 5 minute Add spinach; stir 1-2 min until wilted.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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: 2 lbs spaghetti squash, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 cups mirepoix (chopped onion, celery, and carrot), 3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1.5 tbs), and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Soup With Spaghetti Squash Noodles 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!