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Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai

Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai

Prep Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4
Calories 0.335 kcal

Equipment

  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Fork
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves of minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp of freshly grated ginger
  • ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp of tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp of rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp of sriracha
  • ¼ cup of chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup of chopped peanuts
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the spaghetti squash halves, cut side down, on the baking sheet. Roast for 30 to 40 minutes, or until tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell peppers and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, tamari or soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine.
  • Using a fork, scrape the spaghetti squash flesh into the skillet with the vegetables and sauce. Toss everything together until well combined.
  • Serve the pad Thai hot, garnished with cilantro, chopped peanuts, and lime wedges.

Notes

Nutritional facts

Amount per Serving
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Cholesterol: 187 mg
  • Sodium: 860 mg
  • Potassium: 534 mg
  • Carbohydrate: 27 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Protein: 20 g
Keyword low-carb, low-carb dinner recipe, vegan