Spaghetti Squash Salad

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A vibrant and refreshing spaghetti squash salad with sweet peppers, celery, and onions, perfect for light meals, picnics, or as a versatile side dish for varied cuisines.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lb. spaghetti squash
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup sweet red peppers, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green peppers, chopped
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup vinegar

Instructions

  1. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  2. Place the squash, cut side down, in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
  3. Fill the pan with hot water to a depth of 1/2 inch.
  4. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30 to 40 minutes or until tender.
  5. Allow the squash to cool enough to handle, then scoop out the strands with a fork.
  6. Combine the chopped onion, sugar, diced celery, chopped red peppers, chopped green peppers, vegetable oil, and vinegar in a bowl.
  7. Add the cooked spaghetti squash strands to the bowl and stir well.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  9. Serve with a slotted spoon as a salad or as a relish with hamburgers or hot dogs.
  10. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

249 kcal 12% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 17g 22% DV
Carbs 22.8g 8% DV
Fiber 2.6g 9% DV
Sugar 7.6g 15% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10078.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 298mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 13.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 250mcg 28% DV
Vitamin C 81.9mg 91% DV
Calcium 45mg 3% DV
Iron 1.3mg 7% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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