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Crispy Salmon Bowls with Pesto Spaghetti Squash

A quick, healthy bowl of roasted spaghetti squash and sautéed vegetables topped with crispy broiled salmon and pesto.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large spaghetti squash roasted
  • 1 large crown broccoli chopped into florets
  • 2 large carrots peeled and chopped
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup Low-FODMAP pesto or pesto of choice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt to taste
  • 1 1-pound salmon fillet
  • 2 teaspoons avocado oil or olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 pinch sea salt to taste (for salmon)

Equipment

  • baking sheet or casserole dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Spoon
  • Fork
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven and roast the spaghetti squash: halve the squash, remove seeds, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast until tender and the flesh separates into strands; follow your usual method (about 40–60 minutes depending on size). Prepare the pesto while the squash cooks.
  2. When the squash is about 10 minutes from done, heat 1 teaspoon avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped carrots and broccoli to the skillet, stir, then cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5–8 minutes.
  4. Add the baby spinach, cover, and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes; remove from heat.
  5. When the roasted spaghetti squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrape out the strands and add them to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir in the pesto and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Prepare the salmon for broiling: place the fillet in a lightly oiled casserole dish or baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon avocado oil and rub to coat. Sprinkle evenly with paprika, ground ginger, and a pinch of sea salt.
  7. Broil the salmon on the second-highest rack for 10–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the top is golden and the fish flakes with a fork. Let the salmon rest 5 minutes, then cut into serving pieces.
  8. Divide the pesto spaghetti squash and vegetables between 2–3 bowls, top with the broiled salmon pieces, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use store-bought pesto for convenience.
  • Adjust broiling time to salmon thickness.
  • Low-FODMAP pesto is suggested if needed.
  • Taste and add more salt or pesto as desired.