Description
A Low-Carb Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein recipe that uses 7 ingredients. This dish replaces traditional noodles with spaghetti squash for a healthier, low-carbohydrate meal. It’s quick, easy, and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, or until tender.
- While the squash is roasting, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Pour the soy sauce over the vegetables, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Once the spaghetti squash is done roasting, let it cool slightly. Use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands and add it to the skillet with the vegetables.
- Gently toss the spaghetti squash strands with the vegetables and sauce until well combined.
- Remove from heat and serve warm. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Experiment with flavors by adding ginger or chili flakes.
- Add fresh herbs like cilantro or basil for freshness.
- Include nuts or seeds like cashews or sunflower seeds for added crunch.
- For a protein boost, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- For an Asian twist, incorporate bok choy or snap peas.
- Consider teriyaki sauce or a homemade peanut sauce as sauce alternatives.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- The chow mein can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry and Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: N/A