Spinach and spaghetti squash garlic toss
Big garlic flavour comes through and is perfect to match the sweet, creamy ricotta topping
                                180  cal
                                                            Serves 4
                        
                                            
                                    Prep time
                                        0h 20m
                                
                                                            
                                    Cook time
                                        0h 45m
                                
                            
                                Total time
                                    1h 5m
                            
                        
                        Ingredients
Directions
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Step 1
Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Place cut side down on parchment paper lined baking sheet. Roast in 400° F (200° C) oven for about 45 minutes or until tender; let cool slightly. - 
                    
Step 2
Meanwhile, wilt spinach in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Drain any liquid from pan. Toss with garlic. - 
                    
Step 3
Using a fork, scrape out squash and toss with oil, cheese, pepper and spinach mixture. Stir together ricotta and basil to combine. - 
                    
Step 4
Divide squash mixture among 4 bowls and top with ricotta mixture to serve. 
Tips
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                        If garlic bothers you, you can reduce the amount to 1 clove, minced.
 
Nutritional information
Per serving (1 of 4)
- Calories
 - 180
 - Protein
 - 11 g
 - Sodium
 - 210 mg
 - Potassium
 - 320 mg
 - Total fat
 - 10 g
 - Saturated fat
 - 4.5 g
 - Cholesterol
 - 25 mg
 - Carbohydrates
 - 12 g
 - Fibre
 - 3 g
 - Sugars
 - 3 g
 - Added sugars
 - 0 g
 
Recipe developed by Emily Richards, PH Ec. ©Heart and Stroke Foundation 2017.