SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH BALSAMIC VEGETABLES AND TOASTED PINE NUTS

Spaghetti Squash with Balsamic Vegetables and Toasted Pine Nuts image

The veggies can be prepped while the squash is in the microwave, so I can have a satisfying low-carb and low-fat meal on the table in about half an hour. -Deanna McDonald, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
1 cup chopped carrots
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and halved
1 medium zucchini, chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 15-18 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute carrots and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in beans, tomatoes, artichokes, zucchini, vinegar, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through, 8-10 minutes., When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve with bean mixture. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges