Description
Discover how to make delicious Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowls for two with this easy recipe. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal at home!
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil (5 to 10 ml)
- 1 small Zucchini, diced (150 g)
- Half a Bell Pepper, diced (75 g)
- 1/4 Red Onion, diced (30 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) dried Oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) ground Cumin
- Salt and Black Pepper
- 3/4 cup cooked Black Beans, drained and rinsed if using canned (180 ml, 240 g)
- 1/2 cup Corn Kernels, drained well if using canned (120 ml, 150 g)
- 1/2 cup Salsa (120 ml)
- 2 ounces Cheddar Cheese, shredded and divided (55 g)
- 1 small Spaghetti Squash, about 30 ounces or 1.8 lb whole (850 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon Vegetable Oil (2.5 ml)
- Salt and Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. For a toaster oven, choose the “BAKE” option and place the rack on the lowest level. Lightly coat a baking sheet with oil or use a silicone mat.
- Carefully pierce the squash several times with a sharp knife, then microwave for 4 to 5 minutes. Slice the squash in half, being cautious of the steam, and remove the seeds.
- Apply oil to each half and generously season with salt and black pepper. Arrange the squash on the baking sheet and bake until it can be easily pierced with a fork, about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on its size.
- Take the squash out of the oven and let it cool for no less than 5 minutes. Use a fork to shred the flesh into spaghetti-like strands, leaving some inside to maintain the bowl shape for stuffing later.
- While the squash is baking, warm vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, zucchini, bell pepper, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the veggies are tender, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat, then add the black beans, corn, and salsa. Mix thoroughly, taste, and adjust seasoning to your liking.
- Combine the spaghetti-like squash strands and half of the cheese with the skillet mixture, stirring well. Fill the squash bowls with this mixture and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake at 350°F without covering until everything is heated and the cheese is melted, around 10 minutes.
- Broil for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
- Enjoy warm with your preferred burrito toppings.
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly wash and rinse the black beans to reduce sodium and enhance flavor.
- For a spicier kick, try using medium or hot salsa instead of mild.
- Get creative by experimenting with different cheeses like pepper jack or mozzarella for a unique twist in flavor.