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Pesto Spaghetti Squash

Pesto Spaghetti Squash
Pesto Spaghetti Squash might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe makes 6 servings with 159 calories, 4g of protein, and 10g of fat each. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and primal diet. Head to the store and pick up kale, spaghetti squash, onion, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
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Place squash skin side down on prepared baking sheet.
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Bake until cooked through, about 1 hour.
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Remove from oven; cool for 10 minutes. Once squash is cool enough to handle, scrape flesh into string-like strands with a fork.
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Place in a bowl and set aside.
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Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add onion; cook and stir until onion begins to turn translucent. Stir in kale and mushrooms; reduce heat to medium low.
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Stir in squash, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook for 2 minutes.
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Remove from stove and place squash mixture in a large bowl.
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Stir olive oil and pesto into the squash mixture. Slowly add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until evenly mixed.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 40 m.
Servings6
Health Score7
Gluten Free
DietsGluten FreePrimal
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