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    Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans

    Published on August 27, 2020 - Updated on January 11, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    spaghetti squash with peppers and beans
    This Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans dish is a great alternative to pasta. A healthy dish the whole family will love.
     
    Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans

    This Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans recipe is a keeper. If you enjoy making dishes with Spaghetti Squash, this one should be on your shortlist.

    raw spaghetti squash cut in half
    Raw Spaghetti Squash cut in half Crosswise

    I know many of you are intimidated by Spaghetti Squash because it's a little labor-intensive to prepare it. Between the cutting, which is not easy and requires both a very sharp knife and some muscles.

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    The actual cooking process can be a bit confusing so if you need a little help figuring out how to cut and cook your spaghetti squash, check out my short tutorial on How to Cook Spaghetti Squash.

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    🌶 How to Handle Hot Peppers

    The capsaicin in hot peppers is what makes peppers hot. If you handle hot peppers gloveless, it’s a guarantee that you’re in for a nasty case of chili burn, both on your fingers and anywhere you rub. Like your face. Ouch!

    Even if you wear disposable gloves, be careful about what you touch. The gloves are going to protect your fingers, but touching any part of your body with the gloves after you’ve handled hot peppers can lead to severe chili burn. Resist the temptation to rub your eyes. Wait until you’ve removed your gloves and washed your hands thoroughly with soap.

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    Fresh Jalapeños

    🌡️ How Hot are the Peppers

    The Scoville Scale is the measurement that tells you the spiciness of a given type of pepper.

    Pepper TypeScoville Rating (Heat)
    Bell Pepper0-0
    Banana Pepper0-500
    Poblano Pepper1000-1500
    Jalapeño Pepper2500-8000
    Serrano Peppers10,000-25,000
    Manzano Pepper12,000-30,000
    Tabasco & Cayenne30,000-50,000
    Habanero Pepper100,000-300,000
    Ghost Pepper855,000-1,000,000
    Carolina Reaper1,500,000-2,300,000
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    This dish is packed full of flavor, but it will be a little spicy. Mostly because of the Jalapeño. Make sure you get all the seeds out or this spaghetti squash dish will be really hot!

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    Spaghetti Squash

    For more great recipes with Spaghetti Squash, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Weight Watchers Baked Spaghetti Squash
    • Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Casserole
    • Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash
    • How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Spaghetti Squash, Olive Oil, Red Onion, Garlic Cloves, Jalapeño, Red Bell Pepper, Ground Cumin, Dried Oregano, Chili Powder, Salt and Pepper, Black Beans, Frozen Corn, Fresh Cilantro, Lime Juice and Cheddar Cheese.

    🥣 How to make Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans

    Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and grease lightly. Set aside.
    Use a serrated knife to slice the spaghetti squash in half crosswise. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Drizzle the inside of the halves very lightly with olive oil and season with sea salt. Place the spaghetti squash halves onto the lined baking sheet, cut side down.
    Bake in the oven for 25-35 minutes or until the skin pierces easily with a knife. Remove from the oven and let the squash rest on the pan (open side down) for 10 minutes. Use a fork to release strands.
    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, jalapeño and red bell pepper. Saute 2 minutes.
    Stir in the cumin, oregano, Chili powder, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Saute 1 more minute. Stir in the beans, corn, half of the cilantro and the lime juice until well combined.
    Add the “spaghetti” from each squash to the vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Taste and if needed season with more salt and pepper.
    Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese and the remaining cilantro and serve warm.

    Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans

    Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans

    This Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Beans dish is a great alternative to pasta. A healthy dish the whole family will love.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Rest Time 30 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 229 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 Spaghetti Squash
    • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil, divided
    • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
    • ½ Red Onion, chopped
    • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
    • 1 Fresh Jalapeño, minced (leave seeds in for more heat)
    • 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
    • ½ tablespoon Ground Cumin
    • ½ tablespoon Dried Oregano
    • ½ tablespoon Chili Powder
    • Salt and Pepper, to taste
    • 15 oz Black Beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 Cup Frozen Corn, thawed
    • ½ Cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped & divided
    • 2 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
    • 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, grated
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and grease lightly. Set aside.
    • Use a serrated knife to slice the spaghetti squash in half crosswise. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Drizzle the inside of the halves very lightly with olive oil and season with sea salt. Place the spaghetti squash halves onto the lined baking sheet, cut side down.
    • Bake in the oven for 25-35 minutes or until the skin pierces easily with a knife. Remove from the oven and let the squash rest on the pan (open side down) for 10 minutes. Use a fork to release strands.
    • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, jalapeño and red bell pepper. Saute 2 minutes.
    • Stir in the cumin, oregano, Chili powder, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Saute 1 more minute. Stir in the beans, corn, half of the cilantro and the lime juice until well combined.
    • Add the “spaghetti” from each squash to the vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Taste and if needed season with more salt and pepper.
    • Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese and the remaining cilantro and serve warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 229kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 411mgPotassium: 457mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 987IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 157mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Jane

      August 04, 2022 at 10:48 am

      I love spaghetti squash, as my family does also. I decided to make this recipe and it was a big hit with everyone. A keeper for sure.

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