Salsa Spaghetti Squash

Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Updated on Oct. 19, 2022

If you want spaghetti, but are eating gluten-free or trying to keep a lid on carbs, there's always spaghetti squash as a flavorful alternative. Subtly sweet, tender and satisfying, this is one colorful dish. —Clara Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio

Microwave-1,100 watt

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.
Test Kitchen Approved

Salsa Spaghetti Squash

Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups salsa
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed

Directions

  1. Cut squash lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Place squash on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15-18 minutes or until tender.
  2. Meanwhile, in a lightly oiled skillet, cook and stir onion over medium heat until tender. Stir in salsa, beans and cilantro; heat through. Gently stir in avocado; cook 1 minute longer.
  3. When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve squash topped with salsa mixture.
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