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Spaghetti and meatballs is a delicious, classic Italian dish that everybody loves. But, if you're watching your figure or following a diet for weight loss, pasta may not be your best friend. That's why many people have turned to spaghetti squash. When sliced in half and cooked, spaghetti squash resembles angel-hair spaghetti. It has become a popular alternative to spaghetti pasta as it's rich in fiber and vitamins and just as delicious. Here are 6 spaghetti squash recipes to try this week to lose 6 pounds.
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Spaghetti Squash With Chili
A savory bowl of chili is one of the best winter comfort foods. This recipe has all the deliciousness of a classic beef chili served over fresh cooked spaghetti squash.
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Roasted Shrimp With Spaghetti Squash
If you're a seafood lover, then this recipe is for you! It has lightly seasoned roasted shrimp topped with lemon juice over baked spaghetti squash. Sounds good, right?
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Spaghetti Squash Caprese
Tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, garlic and olive oil. What more can you ask for in a dish? This recipe is vegetarian, but shrimp or grilled chicken can be easily added.
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Baked Spaghetti Squash With Garlic & Butter
If buttered noodles are your thing, you'll have to try this simple spaghetti squash recipe. Just sauté butter, garlic and parsley, then add in baked spaghetti squash strands and top with parmesan cheese.
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Spaghetti Squash Carbonara
This spaghetti squash recipe is an inventive twist on the popular Italian dish. If you can't find pancetta at your local deli, just use bacon for this savory and healthy recipe.
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If you haven't tried spaghetti squash yet, you should! It's delicious, low-carb can save you 179 calories per cup compared to spaghetti pasta! Sounds good to us!
