Best 6 Spicy Spaghetti Squash Recipes

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**Spicy Spaghetti Squash: A Unique and Flavorful Dish**

Spaghetti squash is a unique and versatile vegetable that can be used to create a variety of delicious dishes. It is a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, and it is packed with nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium. This article features three mouthwatering recipes for spicy spaghetti squash dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

The first recipe is for a classic spicy spaghetti squash with tomato sauce. This dish is easy to make and is a great way to enjoy spaghetti squash if you are new to this vegetable. The second recipe is for a more adventurous spicy spaghetti squash with chorizo and corn. This dish is packed with flavor and is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The third recipe is for a spicy spaghetti squash with black beans and roasted red peppers. This dish is a great source of plant-based protein and is perfect for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy the unique and flavorful experience of spaghetti squash. So grab a fork and get ready to dig in!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK AND SPICY SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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This one is good, try it!

Provided by Scott Davis

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Coat the inside of squash with about 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place squash, cut-side down, on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 30 minutes. Cool squash for 10 minutes.
  • Shred the inside of squash with a fork and transfer to a bowl. Add remaining olive oil, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to shredded squash and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 70.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SPICY SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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This squash and tomato sauce recipe could be served in a bowl similar to pasta. Preparation time is 25 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash     Winter Squash     Spaghetti Squash

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup minced onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, minced
12 ounces ground white meat turkey
2 cups crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons red wine
2 teaspoons capers
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place each squash half cut side down on a cookie sheet and bake uncovered for about 45 to 60 minutes or until a fork goes easily into the shell. Allow to cool and scoop out the strands of squash with a large spoon and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion, garlic and scallions and saute for 2 minutes. Add the turkey and cook for 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and wine and bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the capers, oregano, red pepper flakes and parsley; simmer for 5 minutes. If the squash has cooled too much, reheat it in the microwave, covered for 2 to 3 minutes. Top the squash with the sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 44.2 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 99.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SPICY CHICKEN AND SPAGHETTI SQUASH SKILLET



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This spicy sauce, which makes good use of leftover chicken or turkey, is also great on true pastas, as well as the spaghetti squash suggested here. For a vegetarian version, simply eliminate the meat, or if you want a substitute, use extra firm tofu.

Provided by Johnney

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small spaghetti squash, cooked by your favorite method and separated into strands (See How to Cook Spaghetti Squash)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
3 -4 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, finely chopped
12 ounces cooked chicken or 12 ounces cooked turkey
2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup dry red wine
2 teaspoons capers
2 1/2 teaspoons fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
3 tablespoons Italian parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat, sauté onion, garlic and green onions for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken or turkey and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes and wine and bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over heated spaghetti squash and serve.

SPICY ROASTED TOMATO MARINARA WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 large rind trimmed from a hunk of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese or a few small pieces rind perhaps saved-up
Herb bundle of several sprigs each fresh thyme, parsley and rosemary, tied
1 onion, quartered
2 ribs celery, sliced on angle
2 carrots, sliced on angle
Peeled rind of 1 lemon
2 fresh bay leaves
4 cups chicken stock
12 cups (3 quarts) water
24 ripe organic vine tomatoes or large plum tomatoes
Several cloves garlic, crushed
Extra-virgin olive oil, for liberal drizzling
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus some for drizzling
5 to 6 flat anchovy filets
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced or chopped
1 Fresno or Holland chile, sliced or chopped
3 to 4 cloves garlic, sliced or chopped
A couple small sprigs fresh marjoram or oregano, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup dry red or white wine
A handful fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
A few fresh basil leaves, torn
2 medium spaghetti squash
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, shredded, for serving

Steps:

  • For the stock: Place the cheese rind, herb bundle, onion, celery, carrots, lemon rind, bay leaves, chicken stock, and water into a pot and bring to a bubble, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer at least 1 hour, and then remove the rind, herb bundle, and vegetables with a slotted spoon or strainer.;
  • For the tomatoes: Heat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Arrange the tomatoes on a baking sheet or baking sheets in a single layer. Scatter the garlic among the tomatoes, dress with extra-virgin olive oil to coat and season with salt and pepper. Roast the tomatoes until they burst and skins split and begin to char, about 30 minutes. Cool the tomatoes until cool enough to handle and peel. Place the tomatoes in a bowl.
  • For the marinara: Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the anchovies and stir until they melt into the oil. Add the sliced onions, chile, garlic, marjoram, and cover and cook to soften the onions, 10 to 15 minutes or until very sweet and soft. Add the tomato paste and stir 1 minute, then add the wine and stir a minute more. Stir in the prepared stock, prepared roasted tomatoes, parsley, and basil and simmer over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes more to combine flavors. Cool and store the sauce for a make-ahead meal.
  • On the night you serve this meal heat the oven to 450 degrees F and cover a baking sheet with foil. Split the squash in half and scoop out the seeds, then season with salt and pepper and place cut-side down on baking sheet or sheets. Roast the squash 45 to 60 minutes, until very tender. Once the squash has been roasting 30 minutes, reheat the sauce over medium heat to a bubble, then reduce the heat to low and keep it warm. Turn the roasted squash over and shred each half with a fork turning the flesh into what looks like a yellow boat filled with spaghetti, drizzle the hot squash with a little extra-virgin olive oil and adjust the seasoning, top with lots of marinara and garnish with shredded cheese. Serve each "boat" on a platter and eat the squash and sauce right from the skin of the squash.

SPICY SHRIMP, SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND FETA



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Spaghetti squash is the only squash I will eat since it's not slimy. I love spicy shrimp and garlic. It is a make to your taste kind of recipe, so adjust to your own tastes. Measurements aren't exact and you'll want to adjust if you don't like as much garlic or spiciness as we do. This is great as leftovers and reheats well in the microwave without the shrimp. Any type of soft Italian bread complements this dish well. You could sub angel hair pasta if you like, but the spaghetti squash keep it lower in carbs.

Provided by Morti

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large spaghetti squash, prepared and kept warm
2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups chopped romano tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 fresh garlic clove, peeled and minced
1 bunch fresh basil
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt
1 fresh lemon
1/2 cup feta cheese with garlic and herbs

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter on medium heat and add garlic until soft.
  • Add wine, red pepper flakes, juice of lemon, salt to taste and simmer until bubbly.
  • Add shrimp and basil. Cook until shrimp is almost pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add chopped tomatoes and simmer until tomatoes are warm
  • remove from heat and spoon over spaghetti squash and sprinkle generously with feta cheese.

SPICY SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH BLACK BEANS



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Make and share this Spicy Spaghetti Squash With Black Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Glori-B

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 spaghetti squash, medium
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded, minced
1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained well
1/2 cup sweet corn, frozen or fresh
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/3 cup cilantro, minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Roast squash in a 375°F oven for 50 minutes until tender or cut squash in half and place in a microwave dish with 1/2 inch of water, lightly covered with plastic wrap for 20 minutes on high until tender. cool. When cool, scoop flesh from squash halves leaving the shell intact for stuffing.
  • For the filling, heat oil in a large pan and sauté red onion, jalapeño chili and red pepper for 2 minutes. Add beans, corn and chili powder; sauté 1 minute longer. Add cooked squash, cilantro, lime juice and salt, cook 1 minute until heated through.
  • Fill squash halves with filling, mounding mixture in the center.

Tips:

  • Choosing the Right Spaghetti Squash: Select a spaghetti squash that is firm and has a deep yellow color. Avoid squash with blemishes or soft spots.
  • Cooking Spaghetti Squash: You can bake the squash whole or cut it in half lengthwise before cooking. To bake it whole, prick the skin with a fork and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the flesh is tender when pierced with a fork. To bake it halved, scoop out the seeds and place the squash cut-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 30-35 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.
  • Shredding the Spaghetti Squash: Once the squash is cooked, let it cool slightly before shredding. Use a fork to scrape the flesh into long, thin strands, similar to spaghetti noodles.
  • Sauces and Seasonings: The shredded spaghetti squash can be used in a variety of dishes. You can toss it with your favorite sauce, such as tomato sauce, pesto, or Alfredo sauce. You can also add sautéed vegetables, cooked meat, or seafood to create a complete meal. Season the squash with herbs, spices, and grated cheese to taste.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti squash is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a healthy addition to your diet. With its mild flavor and spaghetti-like texture, spaghetti squash is a great alternative to traditional pasta. Whether you bake it whole or cut it in half, shredded spaghetti squash can be used in salads, stir-fries, casseroles, and more. Experiment with different sauces and seasonings to create your own unique spaghetti squash recipes.

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