Why is it called Caprese?

According to wikipedia, the salad is named after the island of Capri, and pays homage to the colors of the Italian flag.

Yes. It is low in carbs, high in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Served over spaghetti squash it makes a complete and balanced meal.

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Although spaghetti squash does not taste like pasta, it has a mild, neutral flavor that makes it a great pasta substitute. The noodle-like strands hold pasta sauces really well.

Spaghetti Squash Caprese • We Count Carbs

Name: Spaghetti Squash Caprese • We Count Carbs
Uploaded: 2021-10-16T22:30:25+00:00
Duration: 1 min 9 s
Description: Caprese salad is a simple Italian salad made of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. This salad can also be tossed with pasta to make Caprese pasta. Skip the pasta and try this Spaghetti Squash Caprese for a hot and cheesy vegetarian casserole that's low on carbs.

Description

Caprese salad is a simple Italian salad made of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. This salad can also be tossed with pasta to make Caprese pasta. Skip the pasta and try this Spaghetti Squash Caprese for a hot and cheesy vegetarian casserole that's low on carbs.

Ingredients

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2 halves cooked spaghetti squash, shredded in skins
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese in bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
a pinch of salt
freshly cracked black pepper to taste
fresh basil leaves to taste

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Instructions

Start with cooked spaghetti squash halves.
Scrape the cooked flesh with a fork to separate the flesh into strands of "noodles". Keep the flesh in the squash skin to use as a "boat" for baking.
Combine Caprese ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
Top the squash with Caprese salad.
Place filled squash skins on a baking sheet and bake in a 400°F oven for +/- 20 minutes until cheese begins to melt.

Notes

Check out these tips on how to cook spaghetti squash.
Bake the Caprese salad with the spaghetti squash "noodles" in the skins to make boats.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American