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basil, Body Ecology Diet, gluten free, grain free, pasta, SCD, Specific Carbohydrate Diet, tomatoes, vegan, wisonsin, zucchini
Surprise!! I’m in Wisconsin! We spent all day yesterday driving (12 hours!) up to our lake home in the Northwoods!
If you remember back in June, our lake home was struck by lightning and had a fire! It didn’t burn to the ground because our neighbor caught it in time, but everything in the house was covered in slimy soot and residue.
Soo, after getting the house detailed, we’re back up North to evaluate what still needs to be done — spoiler alert: a lot. Let me just interject that I am so grateful that no one was hurt and that the house is still standing. But, there is a lot of work to be done.
One of the biggest heartbreaks was that all the TVs got fried, so there’s no way to watch the Olympics! — not even online (no Internet) :P
And basically every appliance in the kitchen was fried too – including the gas stove — go figure. So all I had available to me was an oven and a knife! — I love a good challenge:)
So what’s a Specific Carb Diet, Gluten Free, Vegan gal to do? Make pasta!
But wait – the SCD is a grain free diet — how’s that work?
Well, I was tricky:) I used spaghetti squash!! I roasted it along with zucchini and tomatoes, and had a beautiful dish, reminiscent of spaghetti pomodoro!
And it’s gluten free, vegan, and Specific Carb Diet friendly with a Body Ecology Diet option!
Here’s what you need: (serves 2)
1 zucchini, sliced
12 cherry tomatoes (BED use a roasted red pepper)
1 spaghetti squash, roasted
5 basil leaves, sliced or torn (garnish)
2 tsp EVOO
If you have 2 ovens, preheat one to 400 degrees and the other to 500 degrees. If not, just preheat to 400 degrees. Prick your spaghetti squash all over with a fork, and then roast it for about 45-60 minutes in the 500 degree oven. (Definitely 60 minutes if 400 degrees). Take it out and let it cool for about 5-7 minutes – until you can handle it.
Meanwhile, place your zucchini and cherry tomatoes on an olive-oil-sprayed baking sheet, spritz them with olive oil, and bake for about 30 minutes, flipping half way through. Also, take the tomatoes out after 15 minutes, they’ll be finished.
After your spaghetti squash has cooled so you can handle it, carefully cut it in half, lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds. Then, with a fork, scrape all the sides, forming “spaghetti-like” stands! Take all of your “spaghetti” and toss it in a bowl with 2 tsp EVOO, salt, and your roasted veggies! Garnish with fresh basil!
This meal was terrific. OK, it doesn’t taste exactly like semolina pasta, but it does look like it, and looks can definitely influence your taste buds:) It was just delicious. It was light and refreshing with the tomato and basil. I really enjoyed “smooshing” the roasted tomatoes with the back of my fork, and creating a little sauce.
And the texture was really pleasing. Spaghetti Squash is not at all mushy or creamy like pumpkin or butternut squash. The spaghetti strands actually have a little bite to them – much like al dante pasta! It was truly delightful.
And the other thing I loved was that it didn’t weigh me down! I could eat a lot of it, and not feel like taking a nap afterwards:)
What did you think of the Opening Ceremony? And the US’ outfits — were you feeling their burets? :)
See ya tomorrow!
This recipe is featured in Made From Scratch Mon, Melt in your Mouth Mon, My Meatless Mon, & Mon Mania!
Choc Chip Uru said:
So super colourful and delicious :D
Cheers
CCU
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you! It was a delightful meal:) thanks for stopping by! Have a great Monday!
Lauren @ Empowered Sustenance said:
You are so creative and resourceful! I can’t believe you made this dish without a fully-functioning kitchen. I’m sorry you don’t have a way to watch the Olympics! I hope everything at your home gets fixed quickly :)
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Lauren! Yeah it was a bit of an adventure in the kitchen last night! And me too! If we can’t get the cable up and running, my mom and I are going to go to a bar to watch the women’s gymnastics finals on tuesday:) haha thanks for stopping by! Have a great week!
xvavaveganx said:
Oooh I love spaghetti squash and this is one of my favorite ways to eat it! I love it when it is simply prepared with olive oil and fresh veggies. Are you allowed to eat garlic? I usually infuse the oil with some garlic and it is so amazing. Anyway, your dish looks absolutely lovely! It’s nice that you can indulge your pasta craving!
I’m sorry that there is still so much to do at the house but like you said, at least no one was hurt! Bummer that you can’t watch the Olympics though I know you were looking forward to it!
Gorgeous sunset pic! Have a great day!
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Sarah! Oh my gosh that sounds amazing with the garlic evoo! I’ll have to try that next time! And yeah – I may end up watching the womens gymnastics finals at a bar on tuesday! Haha there’s no way I’m going to miss it! I heard I missed an upset with jordyn! Poor girl:( it breaks my heart – they literally train their entire lives for that one moment, and then the pressure is so great – my heart just goes out to her:( I hope you have a great monday! Thanks for stopping by!
xvavaveganx said:
That would be fun at the bar! Yeah it was heart breaking, especially because she may have been underscored and missed it by so little. It’s so stupid that they only take 2 per country! The top 24 are the top 24, doesn’t matter what country they come from!
Thanks, have a great Monday!
Johanna GGG said:
looks are so important in a meal – colours are too! A gold medal for each for you :-) Sounds like a fun trip and that you overcame the odds and ad a great meal
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Johanna! Haha yay gold medals! :) thankfully we have a service call for our stove this afternoon! Yay:) thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!
Heather said:
Beuatiful- for some reason I can’t get Justin on board with Spaghetti Squash :( I love how you still managed a great meal with a knife and oven- awesome.
and oh my word that opening picture – priceless!
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Heather! The sky was so beautiful last night – a big front was blowing in and so half of the sky was dark black, and then the sun just exploded out of the side of the clouds in pinks and oranges! Hope you’re having a great day! :)
Heathy @ Sweetly Raw said:
The lake photo is stunning Caralyn! Looks my like the lakes where I live. Such a shame there is so much to do to get your house back together again but so wonderful that it’s even still standing. Dinner looks delish!!!
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Heathy! Yes, much to be thankful for:) and it was such a beautiful night on the lake. You’re lucky to have such a wonderful setting where you live! :) thanks for stopping by! Have a great afternoon!
Gabby @ the veggie nook said:
Sorry to hear about your lake house :( But you’re right, in the end it’s just a house and what’s important is that all your loved ones are ok!
I’m super impressed with your meal considering your limited options in prep equipment and it sounds delicious!
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Gabby! You’re absolutely right – there’s much to be thankful for:) and luckily we got the stove fixed today! Yay! Thanks for stopping by! Have a great night!
amber said:
Hi Caralyn,
So pretty! Just love those veggies. One must get creative on this diet. How are you feeling? Have your symptoms decreased. I just started SCD full time 7 days ago. I’m keeping a food journal of everything I eat during the day. Will be sharing this soon. Your carrot cake pancakes were my first meal when I went full time. I’m feeling okay. I came into this symptom free, but I know there is much healing that needs to happen. I’m super bloated though…bummer. Nuts and beans really bother me. I’m eating waaay more now that I’ve started, so I need to watch this. I’m also dairy free, so that’s a big restriction. But it’s all good! Glad I’m doing it full-time after preparing for all these months. Sort of hard starting something like this when cooking for a family! I often make two dinners. :-) We shall see how it goes.
Hope you’re well.
Hugs,
–Amber
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you so much for your kind encouragement, Amber:) you’re right – creativity is a must — it must be so difficult doing this and cooking for a family! Props to you! You’re super mom!! :) yay for one week down! – I’m sorry about the bloating…that’s actually one of the only symptoms that has improved so far for me. I am feeling somewhat better-nothing earth shattering or close to remission, but slowly, I feel this will work – like adding drops of water to a gallon bucket – you won’t see the progress until it’s overflowing…that what I’m hoping at least:) best of luck with your stepped up SCD! Its so comforting to know we’re in this together! :) have a great night! Hugs! Caralyn
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SCD Griddle said:
Your food is always so colorful! And that picture of the lake and the front moving in is beautiful!
~ Theresa SCD Griddle
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Theresa! I wish there was sound for this picture! It was so majestic and ominous with the distant thunder! Thanks for stopping by! Have a great night!
Mary said:
I absolutely love, love, love spaghetti squash! I had such an abundance of it this year in my garden that I believe I taught all of my neighbors how to cook it up and all the different recipes it can be used in…not to mention how healthy it is! This recipe looks wonderful and you were so creative! Kudos to you. I am sorry about your lake house though, but thankful it is still there and no one was hurt. I appreciate you submitting your recipe this week. I truly enjoyed it!!
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Mary! WOW! Lucky you that you have home-grown spaghetti squash! That’s amazing! I know — i love it! And yes, much to be thankful for:) Thanks for stopping by! Have a great afternoon!
Somer said:
We loved the opening ceremony, the berets, not so much ;)
I’ve got a spaghetti squash sitting in my pantry. I’ve roasted dozens of them over the last year, but never used it as a pasta replacement (which is silly because I know tons of people do). Yours looks too tempting not to try it!
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thanks Somer! Yeah I did a little “head scratch” when I saw our outfits…who knows, maybe that’s what’s “proper” for the olympics…I loved the UK’s outfits with the jackets! so cute! Hope you’re having a great day! Glad you stopped by:)
Somer said:
Yeah, it probably helped that the UK outfits were designed by Stella McCartney…. ;)
edna said:
wow so yummy looking gonna try it
glutenfreehappytummy said:
thank you edna! it was a delicious dinner for sure! thanks for stopping by!
sara said:
lovely lake shot! i grew up in michigan, so i miss those cool summer evenings in the north. i hope it doesn’t take too long to get your cabin back in order!
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you Sara! Me too! Yeah nothing beats a cool evening on a beautiful lake:) thanks for stopping by! Have a great afternoon!
Chaya said:
I sometimes think, spaghetti squash makes miracles, such as in this dish. You, actually, made the miracle with only an oven to cook in. It is being featured at My Meatless Mondays. Thanks for sharing.
glutenfreehappytummy said:
Thank you so much Chaya! I know, spaghetti squash is right up there with avocados on the “awesomeness” scale! haha Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!