Throwing a spooky Halloween soiree? Surprise the crowd with a savory pasta dish that’s perfect to serve as an appetizer or side. Made with dairy-free and grain-free ingredients, your ghouls and goblins – er, we mean guests! – will fully appreciate the extra festive culinary flare. Pair these nests with Orange Bell Pepper Jack-o’-Lanterns with Superfood Guacamole and Spooky-Cute Monster Teeth for the ultimate frightening spread.
Spooky Spaghetti Squash Noodle Nests
Servings 14
Calories 79.02 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 jar Rao’s Homemade All Natural Marinara Sauce, warmed
- 1 can large pitted ripe black olives
- 1 package dairy-free cream cheese
- 1 tsp. Vitacost Organic Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp. Vitacost Himalayan Pink Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Simply Organic Black Pepper
- Basil to garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven 350 degrees F. On flat surface, carefully cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Remove seeds.
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Place squash halves face down on lined baking sheet. Use fork to pierce skin. Bake 40 minutes or until fork easily pierces through outer skin.
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Remove cooked squash from oven and cool until safe to touch.
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In large bowl, beat together egg, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
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Scoop out squash strands and transfer to egg mixture. Mix to combine.
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Pack spaghetti squash mixture into 1/4 measuring cup to form nest shape. Transfer nest to lined baking sheet. Use fingers to create little wells in the center. Repeat with remaining mixture.
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Bake 35-40 minutes. When ready, use spatula to gently remove nests and transfer to serving platter.
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To serve, top with warm marinara sauce, a dollop of dairy-free cream cheese, an olive and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Spooky Spaghetti Squash Noodle Nests
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 79.02
Calories from Fat 46
% Daily Value*
Fat 5.07g8%
Saturated Fat 0.76g4%
Cholesterol 11.69mg4%
Sodium 870.68mg36%
Potassium 253.85mg7%
Carbohydrates 8.68g3%
Fiber 2.72g11%
Sugar 4.14g5%
Protein 1.81g4%
Vitamin A 419.53IU8%
Vitamin C 4.85mg6%
Calcium 38.42mg4%
Iron 0.9mg5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.