Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Meatless Meatballs
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If there is one staple recipe that everyone gravitates towards, it’s spaghetti and meatballs. Fast forward to today, there are countless ways to make a more nutrient packed variation of this classic dish, and spaghetti squash is one of them!
While spaghetti squash has a reputation for being a big soggy mess, there is a new prep method that cuts down on the cook time and seamlessly removes residual moisture that even makes it hold up in the fridge. Simply slice into rings and bake! It’s truly a win win!
What’s also fab about this recipe is you can add the Gardein® Classic Meatless Meatballs and have a veggie packed recipe made in half the time!! Find this product and more at your local Sprouts Famers Market. Gardein offers an array of plant based options that don’t compromise when it comes to texture or quality and are perfect for those embracing more plant based options this 2020 and even for the seasoned plant based enthusiast!
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What’s great about this recipe:
Quick
Easy
Affordable
Veggie Packed
Cooks faster
Less moisture
Holds up in the fridge!
Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Gardein Classic Meatless Meatballs
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 1 Package Gardein Classic Meatless Meatballs
- 1 Can of Red Sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.Scrub squash clean and CAREFULLY cut into 1-inch rings.Scrape out seeds
- Spray or rub squash rings with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper and place in a single layer on a parchment-paper lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until tender. Let cool slightly before using a fork or your hands to form spaghetti squash strands.
- In a pan over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the Gardein Meatless Meatballs and cook until crispy, and slightly browned. (7-10 mins)
- Serve warm with red sauce and meatballs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: ice cream
- Cuisine: Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
How long can you keep spaghetti squash in the fridge? Can this be stored for a few days for meal prep? How many days? Thank you kindly!
This prep method reduces the excess moisture, but as long as you don’t combine the sauce with the noodle it should hold up for a few days. Fresh is always best!