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Spaghetti Squash With Zucchini + Basil and Parmesan

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Spaghetti Squash with Zucchini + Basil and Parmesan is a great transition recipe from Summer to Fall. The days are getting shorter, the nights are drawing in, and Autumn is officially upon us. Despite my desire to prolong Summer, it looks, feels and smells like Autumn and I am starting to make a shift from Summer dishes to Fall inspired dishes.

Spaghetti Squash With Zucchini + Basil And Parmesan

I was inspired to create this recipe when I found these colorful zucchini at the Farmer’s Market this past Tuesday along with Fresh Basil. The basil smelled so amazing and tasted even better. At first, I intended to use Pasta but with all the fresh squash this time of year, I couldn’t help myself and used Spaghetti Squash for this recipe.

This dish is gluten-free, makes a great side or even a vegetarian meal.

Fresh Zucchini

Instructions:

Start by roasting the squash. Click here for step-by-step instructions on How to Roast The Perfect Spaghetti Squash.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat, then add the zucchini and red pepper. Allow to cook for a few minutes until veggies start to soften, add the garlic and corn. Continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes and finish with the juice of a lemon. Once the veggies are soft remove from heat and immediately stir in prepared spaghetti squash, basil, and parmesan cheese. Top with more basil and cheese before serving.

Make this Dish a Meal:

This dish would be so good with sautéed shrimp on top or grilled chicken. Click here for my Skillet Lime Shrimp Recipe.

Spaghetti Squash With Zucchini + Basil and Parmesan
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 Spaghetti Squash
  • 3 Zucchinis, stems removed and quartered
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 2 ears corn, shucked and cut off the cob (you can use frozen or canned)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 lemon, juice of
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, leaves only and roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated (plus more for topping)
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Roast spaghetti squash. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the zucchini and red pepper. Allow to cook for a few minutes until veggies start to soften.
  2. Add the garlic and corn.
  3. Continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Then squeeze the juice of a lemon on top.
  4. Once the veggies are soft remove from heat, stir in prepared spaghetti squash and immediately combine with basil and parmesan cheese.
  5. Top with more basil and cheese before serving.

 

Spaghetti Squash With Zucchini + Basil And Parmesan

DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE?

Please let me know how it turned out for you! Leave a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thewelldressedkitchen.

MORE FALL INSPIRED RECIPES:

Pumpkin Spice Granola + Pecans and Pumpkin Seeds

Spaghetti Squash Bowls + Skillet Shrimp and Roasted Veggies

Roasted Butternut Squash And Carrot SoupPumpkin Spice GranolaSpaghetti Squash Boat with Roasted Veggies

THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING ALONG! XOXO, BECCA @ THE WELL DRESSED KITCHEN! 💗

Avocado Caprese Toast + Balsamic Drizzle

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A Caprese Salad is made from fresh tomato, buffalo mozzarella, basil, olive oil, salt and pepper. I upgraded a Traditional Caprese Salad by serving on top of toasted, hearty multigrain bread smothered with Avocado and finished with a drizzle of Balsamic and it came out 👌🏽

Avocado Caprese Toast With Balsamic Drizzle

I am on a bit of an avocado craze and I am adding it to all my food at every chance I get. I talked about some of the health benefits of the healthy fats in avocado in my Easy Homemade Guacamole Post and I want to share again…

WHAT IS ALL THE HYPE OF AVOCADOS OTHER THAN THEY TASTE AMAZING…

Avocados have many health benefits and are a naturally nutrient dense food containing nearly 20 vitamins and minerals. It can be confusing keeping up with nutritional information. It was only a few years ago that low-fat diets were all the rage. Now studies have shown daily intake of healthy fats or commonly referred to as good fats, lead to a healthy heart and slimmer body. If you have heard the term “good fat” associated with health benefits in foods such as oil, nuts, and avocado and wonder what that means, don’t wonder anymore…

Good fats or monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) are a healthy alternative to trans fats and refined polyunsaturated fats you find in most processed foods. Research shows that people with moderate amounts of monounsaturated fats have many amazing health benefits including but not limited to decreased risk for breast cancer, reduced cholesterol levels, and lower risk for heart disease and stroke. Studies have also found switching to MUFA from high intake of trans fats and polyunsaturated fats can help with weight loss. Bring on the avocado!!!

I picked up these bright and colorful tomatoes and basil from the Valparaiso Farmer’s Market. The tomatoes weren’t only bright and beautiful in color, but they were juicy and tasted amazing. The combination of flavors in this Caprese Toast was like a dance party in my mouth. From the crunch of the bread to the smoothness of the avocado followed by juicy tomatoes covered in creamy mozzarella cheese and then finished with a bite from the basil covered in balsamic… I will be eating this all week.

Avocado Caprese Toast With Balsamic Drizzle

This recipe is really easy and no cooking required!

Toast bread in toaster or toaster oven. I like to add a little drizzle of olive oil to the bread before toasting. Spread avocado over toasted bread then layer with tomato and mozzarella slices, top with a little pinch of salt and pepper, fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze.

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A Caprese Salad is made from fresh tomato, buffalo mozzarella, basil, olive oil, salt and pepper. I upgraded a Traditional Caprese Salad by serving on top of toasted, hearty multigrain bread smothered with Avocado and finished with a drizzle of Balsamic and it came out delicious.
Ingredients
  • 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
  • 2 slices bread, toasted
  • 1 tomato, thinly sliced
  • 2 ounces fresh Mozzarella cheese, cut in cubes or thinly sliced
  • 2 to 3 basil leafs
  • Drizzle of Balsamic
  • Drizzle of olive oil
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Toast bread in toaster or toaster oven. If desire, add a little drizzle of olive oil to the bread before toasting.
  2. Spread avocado over toasted bread then layer with tomato and mozzarella slices, top with a little pinch of salt and pepper, fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  3. Serve Immediately.

 

Avocado Caprese Toast With Balsamic Drizzle

DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE?

Please let me know how it turned out for you! Leave a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thewelldressedkitchen.

Try more Avocado Recipes:

Simple Avocado Toast

Breakfast Avocado Egg Bake

Easy Homemade Guacamole

Two-Minute Guacamole

THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING ALONG! XOXO, BECCA @ THE WELL DRESSED KITCHEN! 💗

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