posted by Angel 01-27-100 4:00 PM
Spaghetti Squash Primavera
1 (3 lb.) spaghetti squash
3 large ripe tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 large cucumber, diced
1 large red pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1/2 cup fresh chopped parsley
1/2 cup fresh chopped basil
1/2 cup red onions, sliced into rings and halved
1/2 cup olive oil
juice of 1 lemon
1 clove garlic, crushed
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Place the tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, parsley, basil and onions into a large glass bowl.
Combine the oil, lemon juice and garlic and pour over the vegetables. Toss well then allow to marinate at room temperature while you are cooking the spaghetti squash.
When the squash is ready fork out the spaghetti strands, then toss with the marinated vegetables.
Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
To cook the squash: Wash thoroughly. Pierce in several places. Bake on cookie sheet uncovered at 350º F. for 11/2 hours. Turn at least once.
In microwave, cook 5 minutes on High per pound turning 3 times.