Monday, March 14, 2011

Roasted Spaghetti Squash Seeds - 2 points

I made this yummy treat when I cooked spaghetti squash for Valentine's Day. I have never braved seed roasting before and was almost afraid to try a bite when they came out of the oven. I should have had no fear! They are a lovely, nutty treat - great to add crunch to a salad or wrap. I also loved the feeling I got from using almost every part of my squash; I felt like Laura Ingalls Wilder!

Roasted Spaghetti Squash Seeds
seeds from 1 spaghetti squash
salt to taste

1. Wash and dry seeds. Place on a cookie sheet. Spray very lightly using a kitchen spritzer full of olive oil.
2. Roast at 250F for 30-45 minutes. Salt to taste.
3. 2 points per two tablespoons


I have two spaghetti squash in the oven as I type; spaghetti squash kugel is on the menu for this week. It is one of my favorite healthy dishes!

I am linking to Tempt My Tummy Tuesday. Lots of yummy treats to be found there!

I am also linking to Real Food Deals, since this is definitly a way to stretch your dollar (or pound or rand or Kwacha) by making the most of your purchase.

Finally, I am linking to Real Food Wednesdays, since this is a very natural treat:)

10 comments:

  1. wonderful and healthy snack linking to facebook :-)

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  2. I love the Little House book series!

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  3. I love roasted squash seeds, too...great snackin' and so versatile!

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  4. This roasted squash seeds looks delicious. I will spice them with little bit chilly powder

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  5. Every time I make something with squash I know I should save the seeds, but I never do. Next time... Yes! These sound wonderful :)

    Sues

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  6. Angela, what a great healthy snack! I love them.

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  7. Rebecca - Thank you so much! You are too kind.
    Yummychunklet - Me, too! I think I have read through the series twice as an adult (I've no idea how many times as a child). I love them.
    girlichef - Great minds think alike.
    Swathi- I was thinking of trying a spicy version. I would love to know how yours turn out.
    We Are Not Martha- Thank you:)
    Ann- Thanks:)

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  8. We love roasted pumpkin seeds but pumpkins aren't around as long as squash is so we roast these too! Great snack idea

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  9. Your roasted squash seeds look tasty! I also derive a sense of satisfaction from using as much as I can from an item. Great frugal tip!

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  10. Lin Ann- Thank you.
    Alea- Thank you for hosting.

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