Description

A delicious and nutritious meal featuring red lentil spaghetti paired with grilled patty pan squash, making it a perfect dish for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

1 (8 oz) Box of Explore Cuisine Red Lentil Spaghetti

1 Medium Patty Pan Squash (cut into strips)

1 ½ Cups Diced Tomatoes

¼ Cup Fresh Chopped Parsley

1 Tsp Minced Garlic

1 Tsp Onion Powder

½ Tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

Cook the red lentil spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat, add the strips of patty pan squash, and grill until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
In the same skillet, add diced tomatoes, minced garlic, onion powder, and black pepper; cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
Combine the cooked spaghetti with the tomato and squash mixture, and stir in fresh parsley just before serving.

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables or protein of your choice for added flavor and nutrition. Adjust spices according to your taste preference.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Boiling & Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 10 g
Protein: 18 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Red Lentil Spaghetti, Grilled Patty Pan Squash, Healthy Pasta Recipe, Vegetarian Meal, Gluten-Free Recipe