Description
Roasted spaghetti squash is tossed with a spinach and basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and cannellini beans for a light summer meal. Enjoy this vegan and gluten free recipe for a light lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 spaghetti squash
- 2 packed cups baby spinach
- Large handful of fresh basil
- 1/2 cup toasted sunflower seeds
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast or parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt to taste
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half
- 1 can cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
Instructions
Pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees. Slice each squash in half lengthwise, then scoop out the seeds. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Place the squash halves cut-side down onto the prepared sheet. Roast the squash in your pre-heated oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until very tender.
While the squash is roasting make the pesto. Add the spinach, basil, sunflower seeds, garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until you get a thick pesto. Taste the pesto and add more salt if needed.
Once the squash has had a chance to cool for at least 15 minutes, use a fork to scoop the flesh away from the skin into a large bowl. Season the squash with a pinch of salt, then toss it with the pesto, tomatoes, and beans. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
Makes 2-3 servings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: main