Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Bowl

I always think of spaghetti squash as a winter dish, but it is great year-round. This microwaveable side dish is a terrific time saver and a fantastic veggie that is just cheesy-good. Great served as a side with lemon grilled chicken or served atop some garlic pasta noodles with a choice glass of wine. Your choices are unlimited, so start creating and bon appetite!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 89 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste (Optional)
• 1 (3 pound) spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
• 2 medium plum tomatoes, finely diced
• 2 ½ tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)
• 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®) (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pierce squash several times with a fork and place on a microwave-safe plate.

Step 2

Microwave on High for 5 minutes. Turn and continue cooking until soft, about 5 minutes more. Let stand for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Cut squash in half lengthwise and remove and discard seeds. Using a fork, scrape insides of squash to form strands and place in a large bowl; reserve skins.

Step 4

Add tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, cilantro, and 2 1/2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese to squash; mix to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into spaghetti squash shells and microwave on HIGH until heated through, about 2 minutes .

Step 5

Top with hot sauce and remaining Parmesan cheese.