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Spaghetti Squash With Asparagus Ricotta Lemon And Thyme

Magical Spaghetti Squash With Asparagus Ricotta In 35 Minutes

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A simple and fresh spaghetti squash dish with asparagus, ricotta, lemon, and thyme.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 small spaghetti squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1 medium lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (from 4 to 5 sprigs)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut squash in half and remove seeds. Brush with 1/2 tbsp oil and roast cut-side down for 35 minutes.
  2. Trim asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces. Add to baking sheet with remaining oil and garlic. Roast for 10 minutes.
  3. Mix ricotta, lemon juice, zest, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Remove squash and asparagus from oven. Add roasted garlic to ricotta mixture.
  5. Shred squash with a fork and combine with ricotta and asparagus. Top with pine nuts.

Notes

  • Use fresh ricotta for best texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing is not recommended.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg