
What better than to start a new year with a super duper healthy recipe. Here on MarlaMeridith.com, my recipes are created with real, whole food ingredients. If you are on the quest to detox and get yourself back on track after the holidays then you have come to the right place.
This spaghetti squash is a grain free, gluten free, dairy free alternative to a dish that is often made with floury pasta…which makes it quite a bit more calorie dense. I do not count calories, but I crave foods that are light, healthy and give back tons of great energy!
Do you serve spaghetti squash often? We love it over here. It is great simply tossed with olive oil and parmesan cheese.
In this recipe, we have edamame for some charm…
Even more charming is this little porcelain take-out container I got at Crate and Barrel a while back…
A little bit of red fruity punch makes things colorful & even tastier!
I get so excited about everything you can do with this squash! Really excited & I hope you are too.
I am not very good at cutting into roly-poly squash so I bake the heck out of it before I cut into it.
Most recipes where you regularly use pasta you can swap in this squash. Neat huh!
How do you like to cook up spaghetti squash?
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Rosa
Posted at 13:14h, 02 JanuaryVery healthy, beautiful and toothsome! A great idea.
Happy New Year.
Cheers,
Rosa
Marla
Posted at 13:19h, 02 JanuaryRosa, “toothsome” I love that! Gotta use that word more often around here. This squash is by nature al dente/toothsome!
a
Posted at 08:08h, 23 AugustToothsome does not mean al dente. It means beautiful or tempting.
Marina {YummyMummyKitchen.com}
Posted at 13:17h, 02 JanuaryOkay, I am seriously in LOVE with spaghetti squash. You are so clever with your Asian spin!
Marla
Posted at 13:28h, 02 JanuaryThe asian spin was a fun one to come up with!
Marina {YummyMummyKitchen.com}
Posted at 13:18h, 02 JanuaryTrying to pin this but Pinterest is having the “hiccups” will try again later 🙁
Marla
Posted at 13:27h, 02 JanuaryMarina, thanks for trying to pin this recipe. Drives me nuts when Pinterest does that…especially when I am really trying to remember a post or a website.
Bev Weidner
Posted at 13:23h, 02 JanuarySpaghetti squash is insane, isn’t it!? This looks sooo pimp!
Samantha @ Ferraro Kitchen
Posted at 13:34h, 02 JanuaryThis looks fabulous! I just tried spaghetti squash for the first time and loved it! It seems like it adapts any flavor you give it…I am so trying this recipe! Extra spicy!
Marla
Posted at 13:42h, 02 JanuarySamantha, extra spicy is a very good thing. Enjoy!
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga
Posted at 13:41h, 02 JanuaryI eat edamame almost every day. Such a good source of plant based protein but really, I like the way it crunches or has a little “chew” to it. I like the texture of it more than tofu but they’re both good. And these pics…beautiful. It is HARD to make savory, noodle meals look great and you made it look amazing!!
Marla
Posted at 13:52h, 02 JanuaryAverie, edamame do have a nice little chew to them. Makes you feel like you are eating a bit more. When it comes to tofu, I really only like the extra firm – for that chew texture.
The photos…It was end of the day. Quite dark & I kept moving around to catch the last glimmer of natural light. Ended up on my driveway towards the and of the shoot. The neighbors must have thought I was a whack job 😉
Alison @ Ingredients, Inc.
Posted at 13:47h, 02 JanuaryThese look delish!
Alyssa @ Everyday Maven
Posted at 14:08h, 02 JanuaryYum! I love Spaghetti Squash – usually in place of pasta with some type of red sauce but this looks fantastic. I recently made a mushroom ragu that had a meat sauce texture and served it over the squash using the shell as a bowl – that was a big hit! P.S. Your smoked salmon recipe came out fabulous over the holidays – thanks 🙂
Kathryn
Posted at 14:15h, 02 JanuaryI love the Asian flavours you’ve used here – so clean and fresh and perfect for this time of year!
Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen
Posted at 14:24h, 02 JanuaryI love Spaghetti Squash with olive oil and Parmesan as well, so good! I also love a good asian noodle salad so I really like the idea of lightening it up by replacing the noodles with spaghetti squash.
Sommer@ASpicyPerspective
Posted at 14:25h, 02 JanuaryMarla, this looks divine. We are big fans of spaghetti squash and Asian flavors.
Cookie and Kate
Posted at 14:31h, 02 JanuaryYum! That’s a really inventive squash recipe, Marla, and it looks and sounds amazing!
Maryea @ Happy Healthy Mama
Posted at 14:37h, 02 JanuaryI make spaghetti squash often but never thought to do it with an Asian spin. Very creative! Love it.
Marla
Posted at 16:19h, 02 JanuaryMaryea, glad you like the playful twist! Hope you get to trying it sometime 🙂
Kathryn @ Dramatic Pancake
Posted at 14:51h, 02 JanuaryThis looks incredible, and I’m so flattered to see my Spaghetti Squash Bolognese included in your links 🙂 What a gorgeous site you have!!
Marla
Posted at 15:09h, 02 JanuaryThanks Kathryn, I always love meeting new bloggers. Your spaghetti squash bolognese looks amazing!
Ricki
Posted at 15:21h, 02 JanuaryThis looks fantastic, Marla! I’ve been trying hard to like spaghetti squash for a couple of years now, with no success. . . this recipe may just be the game-changer. Can’t wait to try it! 🙂
Marla
Posted at 15:29h, 02 JanuaryHi Ricki, I do hope this is the game changer for you. The flavor is as strong as you want to make it. Adjust ingredients to taste. If you are all ready a fan of sesame noodles then this recipe might rock your world. I sure hope so!
Christina @ Sweet Pea's Kitchen
Posted at 15:43h, 02 JanuaryLooks like a delicious and healthy way to start the year! Yummy! 🙂
Cassie
Posted at 16:18h, 02 JanuaryI love everything about this, Marla. These flavors are probably some of my favorites. Can’t wait to give this a try, it’s so creative!
Asmita
Posted at 16:27h, 02 JanuaryLove this recipe and will surely try it out. Love the way you have used the squash, healthy and amazing to look at too.
Heather (Heather's Dish)
Posted at 16:46h, 02 Januarylooks delicious!
Yi @ Yi Resevation
Posted at 16:55h, 02 JanuaryWhat a gorgeous dish! I’ve never cooked spaghetti squash before and I would love to try this out. Thanks for sharing!
A Southern Bee Diary
Posted at 17:17h, 02 JanuaryIt isn’t even fair how good this looks! I love edamame! What a perfect recipe for the edamame lovers. Thanks for sharing !!
A Southern Bee Diary
xo.
Kris
Posted at 17:21h, 02 JanuaryI STILL need to try spaghetti squash … as spaghetti 😉
I love edamame, and all of the flavors you used here. a garnish of the sesame seeds is always a good thing!
happy new year, Marla!
Laura @ A Healthy Jalapeño
Posted at 17:51h, 02 Januarylooks excellent! I am making a spaghetti squash casserole tomorrow night but I love the idea with sesame seeds and edamame. excellent post!
Kalyn
Posted at 18:38h, 02 JanuaryWhat a great way to fix spaghetti squash!
Cooking Rookie
Posted at 21:22h, 02 JanuarySuch an brilliant idea – love it. A very original and healthy way to start a new year 🙂 I am certainly going to try this! Happy 2012 to you, Marla!
Kimby
Posted at 03:46h, 03 JanuaryDefinitely charming, Marla! Thanks for the healthy kick start for 2012.
Joanne
Posted at 04:01h, 03 JanuaryI really like spaghetti squash though I can never figure out what to DO with it! You’ve solved all my problems with this post. Especially since I’ve been craving an Asian noodle salad lately!
Allison [Girl's Guide to Social Media]
Posted at 06:51h, 03 JanuaryIt’s been so long since I’ve had spaghetti squash. I need more of it in my life!
bridget {bake at 350}
Posted at 07:00h, 03 JanuaryMmm….I’m going to have to try this! I haven’t had spaghetti squash in ages. It’s time. 😉
Grace@ FoodFitnessFreshair
Posted at 07:08h, 03 JanuaryI’ve never thought about doing an Asian twist with spaghetti squash. Those pictures have me sold though. I’ll have to test this out soon!
Deliciously Organic
Posted at 07:28h, 03 JanuaryOne of my favorite ways is to eat it with marinara and meatballs. One of my favorite vegetables! Love this recipe!
Esi
Posted at 07:54h, 03 JanuaryNeed to make this ASAP!
Maria @ Scandifoodie
Posted at 08:41h, 03 JanuaryThis looks delicious Marla! I love spaghetti squash!
Maria
Posted at 09:27h, 03 JanuaryLove this dish! Can’t wait to make it!
Diane@LongabergerLifestyle
Posted at 10:33h, 03 JanuaryYes, just last night we had Spaghetti Squash. It’s a quick and easy dinner when I use a jar of organic sauce. We’ve had it a few times. BUT…last night I put it in the oven at 375 before going for my walk, and 1.25 hours later…I thought it would be over cooked. It was under cooked. What gives? I’d love to try your recipe here. We were just talking about the different ways to enjoy the squash since the flavor is so wonderful. Is there another green veggie to use rather than Edamame?
Marla
Posted at 20:09h, 03 JanuaryHi Diane, you can omit the edamame if you wish. The squash on it’s own with the sauce would be just as good. The beans really just add some color and texture play. Another option could be some seaweed (hijiki.) Tonight I baked another spaghetti squash & it took about 1:15 to cook. Go figure. This one was way larger than the ones I usually bake. You just gotta poke at it every 10 minutes or so after 40 have passed.
I love it with marinara & parmesan too!
Brooke @ Food Woolf
Posted at 10:46h, 03 JanuaryLooks awesome! And look, Ma! No grain!
Marla
Posted at 20:05h, 03 JanuaryHa! Love it Brooke…
Jennifer K.
Posted at 11:57h, 03 JanuaryThis could be easily modified to meet the criteria for Paleo Dieting with the omission of the Edamame, and perhaps the addition of some other complimentary vegetables and lean meat. Thanks so much for this recipe idea! I’ve never used spaghetti squash as a pasta substitute, mostly out of fear, but you certainly make this look easy and delicious!
Marla
Posted at 20:04h, 03 JanuaryHi Jennifer, thanks so much for pointing that out about the Paleo diet. I did not realize that edamame/soy is off the list. Simply omit that and these “noodles” will still be wonderful! No reason to miss out on pasta anymore now that this squash can take it’s place.
HeatherChristo
Posted at 12:38h, 03 JanuaryI love spaghetti squash, and this would be a much needed departure from all the noodles I have been eating 🙂
Alexis @ There She Goes
Posted at 13:34h, 03 Januaryi love this! i usually do marinara on spaghetti squash, this is going to be a nice, fresh switch up for 2012 🙂
Marla
Posted at 19:58h, 03 JanuaryAlexis, I love marinara on mine too. Also just simple garlic salt, olive oil and parmesan. Blissful 🙂
Cookin' Canuck
Posted at 15:55h, 03 JanuaryYou know how much I love spaghetti squash and I can’t think of anything better than pairing it with a savory sesame sauce. What a fantastic recipe, Marla (as usual)!
Marla
Posted at 19:57h, 03 JanuaryDara, I do know how much you love spaghetti squash! Your Southwestern version looks fantastic…I hope everyone tries that one too.
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers
Posted at 16:15h, 03 JanuaryWow, what a great and healthy dish! I love Spaghetti Squash, and it’s funny, but I think it’s so cool how you scrape it out and it looks like pasta! I’m weird I know, but it’s cool. Had spaghetti squash the first time this year and I love it!
Marla
Posted at 19:56h, 03 JanuaryJennifer, spaghetti squash never ceases to amaze me. Tonight I made a huge one and had waaaayyyyy too much fun scraping out the stringy insides. My little daughter was even cracking up about how excited I was. It is all about taking pleasure in the little things my friend 🙂 Glad to hear you feel the same.
susan
Posted at 16:55h, 03 JanuaryIt has been years since I have eaten spaghetti squash. I need to add this to my grocery list and follow your lead!
Marla
Posted at 19:50h, 03 JanuarySusan, I picked up another one today. Spaghetti squash will be making regular appearances around these parts. I hope you get some in your shopping cart very, very soon 🙂
MikeVFMK
Posted at 17:05h, 03 JanuaryThis is what I’m talking about! Healthy, yes. But it looks delicious too. Happy new year, Marla! To you and your family. Can’t wait to see what’s in store for you in 2012.
Marla
Posted at 19:49h, 03 JanuaryMike, heres to healthy + delicious. Every. Single. Day 🙂 Back at you my friend. Happy, blissful new year to you guys too!
Heidi / foodiecrush
Posted at 17:32h, 03 JanuaryYum, making soba noodles tonight, wish I had spaghetti squash to go with it because this would be delish. Lovely!
carolinaheartstrings
Posted at 18:05h, 03 JanuaryI just love this kind of squash. What a great recipe to start the new year! Your photo is wonderful as always.
Jennifer (Delicieux)
Posted at 21:49h, 03 JanuaryI’ve never had spaghetti squash before (not even sure if we get it in Australia) but I want some now. Your spaghetti squash looks so delicious!! 😀
Two Silly Sisters
Posted at 03:29h, 04 JanuaryWow! I’ve never seen spaghetti squash before, let alone cooked with it!
This sounds like a delicious gluten free recipe 🙂 I’m on the hunt for a spaghetti squash now. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Nadiya
Posted at 04:05h, 04 JanuaryOoh spaghetti squash chinese style. Interesting to try 🙂
Jeanette
Posted at 04:26h, 04 JanuaryLove this spaghetti squash recipe! Spaghetti squash is so kid friendly. My kids like it simply with extra virgin olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and a little salt and pepper.
Kristen
Posted at 06:04h, 04 JanuarySuch delicious ideas for squash. We love squash around here!
Judy Detty
Posted at 08:52h, 04 JanuaryYou can cook the squash in the micro.. Just be sure to poke some holes in it. Sure takes a lot less time . Just check and turn every now in then. It only takes a short time as compared to over an hour in the oven.
Bree
Posted at 12:11h, 04 JanuarySo creative–Love it!
Kitchen Belleicious
Posted at 12:37h, 04 Januarygreat minds think alike. I posted a spaghetti squash recipe today too- I am loving yours!
Lisa @ Snappy Gourmet
Posted at 13:26h, 04 JanuaryYour recipe just reminded me that I have a spaghetti squash buried under all the leftover holiday junk food on my kitchen counter!! LOL Better find it! Recipe looks great!
Marta @ I love breakfasts!
Posted at 23:57h, 04 JanuaryThank you so much. As a resolution I’ve decided to eat more healthy (as each year) so will try this recipe for sure.
Roxana GreenGirl {A little bit of everything}
Posted at 03:40h, 05 Januarywe love spaghetti squash over here and the Asian twist is definitely a must try! It’s not even breakfast time and I’m already seeing this for dinner!
Caroline @ chocolate and carrots
Posted at 11:04h, 05 JanuaryThis looks most excellent. So far I’ve been craving all sorts of Asian cuisine in my pregnancy and this looks like a great way to keep it healthy! I’ve never cooked with spaghetti squash, but it looks like I can finally give it a try! 😀
Marla
Posted at 06:15h, 06 JanuaryCaroline, you totally should try it & you feel nice and light after eating it.
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar
Posted at 16:22h, 05 JanuaryThese noodles are absolutely lovely! What a nice, light, meal!
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Posted at 15:28h, 07 JanuaryWow, this was delish! I added in some leftover tofu and cooked it in the sauce for a minute. Another winning recipe from Family Fresh Cooking! Thanks, I’ll be making this again!!
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Posted at 09:41h, 08 JanuaryThis looks amazing, Marla! You made them look like bean thread noodles too! 😀
Marla
Posted at 13:04h, 08 JanuaryJulie, that is very true! I love those bean thread noodles. Had not thought of that 🙂
Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray
Posted at 05:54h, 09 JanuaryThis is the best idea! My husband doesn’t like spaghetti squash as a substitute for pasta but I bet he’d dig this as a side dish–and I could eat it as a main dish!
Ryan
Posted at 08:58h, 09 JanuaryGreat noodle recipe!
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Posted at 13:47h, 09 JanuaryMarla, I’ve never thought of using spaghetti squash with these flavors but I love the idea. I’ll definitely give this a try in the near future.
Cara
Posted at 09:27h, 11 JanuaryI love spaghetti squash and I especially love this Asian twist! I’ll be trying it soon 🙂
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Posted at 19:32h, 02 NovemberHello. This looks so good. What are the little black things in the photos? I didn’t see them in the ingredient list. Or am I totally crazy and not seeing it?
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Posted at 05:10h, 03 NovemberRobyn, those are little black sesame seeds 🙂
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Posted at 15:28h, 04 DecemberI just made this and used reduced sodium soy sauce instead of tamari and distilled white vinegar since I didn’t have any white wine/rice vinegar. It’s gorgeous but too salty for my liking. Maybe if I had the exact ingredients it wouldn’t be so much, as the soy sauce is very dominating.
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Posted at 15:50h, 10 JanuaryI absolutely loved this recipe!! I could eat it every meal its so good. Im just starting to switch to mostly vegetarian due to lupus I was diagnosed with last year and this is the perfect recipe to help me stay on track. YUMMO
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Posted at 14:55h, 18 JanuaryI do my spaghetti squash in the microwave. I poke it with a fork about 6 times to let the steam escape before cooking. Then I put the whole uncut squash in the microwave for 10 minutes. It’s really easy to cut in half at this point. Next, I put each half, cut side down in a 2″ high Corning ware casserole with about 1/2 ” of water. Microwave for 10 more minutes. Comes out perfect!
leann
Posted at 12:00h, 10 FebruaryI tried this recipe and really liked it!!! thanks for posting it : )
Marla
Posted at 12:17h, 10 FebruaryThank you for sharing Leann!
Brianne
Posted at 09:24h, 11 FebruaryThis was amazing! I had never cooked spaghetti squash before. I think it might be my new obsession. The meal was Delicious and healthy too! Thank you for this recipe.
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