Best 8 Simple Thai Peanut Spaghetti Squash Boats Recipes

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If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's also packed with flavor, look no further than simple Thai peanut spaghetti squash boats. This recipe uses pre-cooked spaghetti squash, which cuts down on the cooking time, and a flavorful peanut sauce that's made with just a few ingredients. The result is a delicious and satisfying meal that's sure to please everyone at the table.

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SIMPLE THAI PEANUT SPAGHETTI SQUASH BOATS



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Thai-inspired peanut sauce tossed with spaghetti squash and topped with crunchy peanuts and cilantro. Top individual servings with tofu for the vegans/vegetarians or chicken for the carnivorously inclined.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 small spaghetti squash (about 1 1/2 pounds each)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste
1 batch simple peanut sauce (recipe below)
1/2 cup roasted salted peanuts
Lime wedges
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 - 1/3 cup warm water
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (about 1 thumb-size piece)
1 medium clove garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 2 medium limes, depending on their juiciness)
2 tablespoons Tamari or soy sauce*
1/4 cup cooked cubed tofu
1/4 cup cooked cubed chicken (warmed if desired)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Wash outside of spaghetti squash. Cut off the stem end, then cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds. Brush insides with olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Place face down on a baking sheet. Bake until fork-tender, 30-40 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for just a couple of minutes.
  • Alternative: Cut in half, skip the oil/salt/pepper, and place face-down in a microwave-safe baking dish. Fill with about 1 inch of water and cook on high until tender, 10-12 minutes. Read lots more about cooking spaghetti squash both ways right here!
  • While the spaghetti squash cooks, make the peanut sauce and prepare the toppings. To make the peanut sauce, add the peanut butter, 1/4 cup warm water, ginger, garlic, lime juice, and Tamari to the pitcher of a blender. If you have a high-speed blender, you might not need to mince your ginger and garlic first - I don't need to with my Vitamix, it takes care of business! Add additional water, if needed, to keep the mix moving. Blend until completely pureed.
  • Using a fork, carefully scrape the still-hot spaghetti squash out of its shell into a medium-size bowl, taking care to not break the shell. Place the shells upright on your serving plates or platter.
  • Pour the peanut sauce over the warm spaghetti squash and toss until combined. Taste and add a couple extra pinches of salt if desired.
  • Divide peanut-sauce-spaghetti squash mixture between the shells. Top with peanuts, cilantros, and wedges of lime to squeeze over the top. In addition, you can top individual servings with tofu or chicken if you like.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Note that if you're not serving this right away, you may want to warm the peanut sauce on the stove so that it's piping hot before mixing it with the spaghetti squash. I find that as long as I mix the peanut sauce into the hot spaghetti squash and serve it at once, it's plenty warm for eating.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 boat (1/4 of recipe), Calories 275 kcal, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 985 mg, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10 g

SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Microwave 1 halved, seeded spaghetti squash with 2 tablespoons water, covered, until tender, 15 minutes. Cool slightly, then scrape into strands with a fork. Puree 2 tablespoons peanut butter, 1 tablespoon each soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice and water, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1 garlic clove and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; toss with the squash. Season with salt. Top with chopped peanuts, mint and cilantro.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH PAD THAI



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This low-carb dish is tasty and filling, even if you're not watching your waistline! Spicy and flavorful, this dish is always sure to please!

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 small spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
1 ½ cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons peanut butter
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (12 ounce) package broccoli coleslaw mix
1 zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ cup sliced green onions
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 cubed cooked chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place spaghetti squash, cut-side up, on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Shred squash meat using a fork and discard the peel.
  • Combine chicken broth, peanut butter, chile-garlic sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, oyster sauce, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Whisk water and cornstarch together in a bowl until smooth; add to broth mixture and continue boiling until sauce thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer sauce.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; saute broccoli slaw, zucchini, red bell pepper, green onion, cilantro, and shredded spaghetti squash until tender, about 10 minutes. Add chicken and sauce to squash mixture; cook and stir until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 82.5 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 887.2 mg, Sugar 6 g

PAD THAI SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: spaghetti squash, olive oil, salt, pepper, diced cucumbers, sliced carrot, diced bell pepper, chopped green onions, diced onion, roasted peanut, fresh cilantro, warm water, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, fresh lime juice, sriracha, creamy peanut butter, fresh ginger, garlic

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 spaghetti squash
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup diced cucumbers
1 cup sliced carrot
1 cup diced bell pepper
½ cup chopped green onions
½ cup diced onion
½ cup roasted peanut
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
¼ cup warm water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons honey, or agave
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon sriracha
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  • With a sharp knife, slice the squash in half. If the squash is too tough, puncture in several places forming a dotted line around the squash. Microwave for 3-5 minutes to soften. Allow to cool before cutting in half.
  • Scoop out the seeds, brush with oil, and sprinkle with salt, and pepper. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce the skin.
  • Meanwhile, make the peanut sauce: combine the water, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, Sriracha, peanut butter, ginger, and garlic in a liquid measuring cup or medium bowl, stirring to combine.
  • Remove the squash from the oven and, with a fork, pull at the edges to produce that stringy "spaghetti" quality.
  • In a large bowl combine the "spaghetti" with the cucumber, carrots, bell pepper, green onion, onions, peanuts, cilantro, and the sauce. Add mixture back to the hollowed out spaghetti squash halves.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1162 calories, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 81 grams, Fiber 18 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 48 grams

SPAGHETTI SQUASH BOATS



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Several fresh tasty ingredients to go together in this recipe to make a spectacular summer supper. Spaghetti squash has an interesting texture that's lots of fun. Try it-you'll love it! -Vickey Lorenger, Detroit, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 side-dish servings or 2 main-dish servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium spaghetti squash (2 to 2-1/2 pounds)
1/4 pound ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a baking dish. Fill pan with hot water to a depth of 1/2 in. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-40 minutes or until tender. , When cool enough to handle, scoop out squash, separating strands with a fork; set shells and squash aside. , In a skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the mushrooms, garlic, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in squash. , Cook, uncovered, until liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Fill shells; place in shallow baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

THAI PEANUT SPAGHETTI SQUASH BOWLS WITH SHRIMP



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These squash bowls are the perfect way to welcome fall. Spaghetti-like squash strands, roasted broccoli, coconut shrimp and an addictive peanut sauce make for a lighter version of Thai takeout.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/3 cup coconut milk
1/3 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 garlic clove, minced
Red pepper flakes, optional
1 medium spaghetti squash, halved
6 teaspoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups broccoli florets (from 1 medium head broccoli)
1/3 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 shallot, minced
12 ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined
Chopped fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the Thai peanut sauce: Whisk together the coconut milk, peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic and red pepper flakes, if using, until the texture is creamy and smooth. (You can also use a blender or food processor to make the sauce.)
  • For the squash bowls: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Brush the spaghetti squash with 2 teaspoons olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Put the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake until the squash is tender, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Thirty minutes before the squash is done, toss the broccoli florets with 2 teaspoons olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread out in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast until very tender, 20 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of the peanut sauce.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the coconut milk, ginger, lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, cumin, turmeric, cayenne and shallot in a bowl. Add the shrimp and toss to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until seared and just pink on each side, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Run a fork over the squash flesh to create spaghetti-like strands. Put in a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of the peanut sauce.
  • Divide the spaghetti squash, broccoli and shrimp among 4 bowls. Drizzle with the remaining peanut sauce and garnish with cilantro and crushed peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487, Fat 29 grams, Cholesterol 179 milligrams, Sodium 790 milligrams, Carbohydrate 32.6 grams, Fiber 4.5 grams, Protein 29 grams

SPAGHETTI SQUASH BOATS #RAGU



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Ragú® Recipe Contest Entry. I was babysitting my sisters kids one night and wanted to come up with something fun and healthy to make. The whole family has worked really hard in the last year to change their way of eating and have lost quite a bit of weight. As much as we all love pasta it is too high in calories and carbs. We didn't even miss it in this dish! Spaghetti squash is my new favorite pasta substitute. And it was really fun serving the dish right out of the squash bowls!

Provided by Jennifer Peterson

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 spaghetti squash
1 lb Italian sausage
1 (6 ounce) bag Baby Spinach
1 (24 ounce) jar Ragú® Pasta Sauce (chunky tomato with garlic and onion spaghetti sauce)
4 ounces goat cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons canned parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Place spaghetti squash in microwave for ten minutes to soften.
  • Cut squash in half and scrape out seeds. Place cut side down in baking dish and put in a 375 degree oven for about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile cook sausage in a sautee pan until brown and done. Then add spinach and cook for about a minute until a little wilted.
  • Add spaghetti sauce and cook until heated then add goat cheese and remove from the heat.
  • Remove squash from the oven and grate squash with a fork into a kitchen towel. Squeeze out excess liquid and put squash into pan with other ingredients and mix.
  • Take scraped out squash boats and divide the mixture into each one.
  • Melt butter and add bread crumbs and parmesan. Sprinkle over squash mixture and broil for a couple of minutes in the oven until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.9, Fat 44.8, SaturatedFat 19.6, Cholesterol 98.1, Sodium 1707.7, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.3, Protein 32.4

SPAGHETTI SQUASH BOATS



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Several fresh tasty ingredients to go together in this recipe to make a spectacular summer supper. Spaghetti squash has an interesting texture that's lots of fun. Try it-you'll love it! Source: TOH

Provided by Ceezie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (2 -2 1/2 lb) spaghetti squash
1/4 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a baking dish. Fill pan with hot water to a depth of 1/2 inches Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
  • When cool enough to handle, scoop out squash, separating strands with a fork; set shells and squash aside.
  • In a skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.
  • Add mushrooms, garlic, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add squash; mix well.
  • Cook, uncovered, until liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Fill shells; place in shallow baking dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Tips:

  • Choose small to medium-sized spaghetti squash. Spaghetti squash can vary in size, so it's best to choose one that's small to medium in size. This will ensure that the squash cooks evenly and the strands are the right size.
  • Roast the spaghetti squash until it's tender. The squash should be roasted until it's tender enough to easily scrape into spaghetti-like strands. If the squash is not roasted long enough, the strands will be too tough.
  • Use a fork to scrape the spaghetti squash into strands. Once the squash is roasted, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands. Be careful not to scrape too close to the skin, as this can make the strands tough.
  • Add your favorite toppings. Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, you can add your favorite toppings. Some popular options include peanut sauce, vegetables, and protein.
  • Enjoy! Spaghetti squash boats are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti squash boats are a versatile and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of toppings to choose from, spaghetti squash boats are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give spaghetti squash boats a try!

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