See those spaghetti squash in the image below?? I grew them! Okay, excitement and bragging session over. But with the many spaghetti squash that my garden produced this year, I needed to find some SIBO-friendly spaghetti squash recipes that could spice it up in different ways so this nutrient-rich veggie didn’t get old.
Is spaghetti squash low FODMAP?
Spaghetti squash was just tested this year by Monash University where it was determined to be low FODMAP in 1 cup servings. Even in up to 2.5 cup servings, it was only moderate FODMAP rather than high FODMAP.
Getting enough carbohydrates on a SIBO diet can be challenging. This is why low FODMAP, higher carb vegetables like spaghetti squash are super important. They help in maintaining energy and preventing brain fog without causing digestive havoc. It is all too common that I see individuals embark on a SIBO diet and report a total crash in their energy that makes it near impossible to get through the day. Been there. Done that. I don’t recommend it.
I think it is very important to listen to your body’s signs and try to give it what it needs. Sometimes we get so focused on improving digestion that we forget that we have to provide all body systems with basic nutrients in order to heal.
Here’s 5 SIBO-Friendly Spaghetti Squash Recipes:
1. Easy Herbed Spaghetti Squash
Adaptations:
- None needed
(Recipe & photo from thefitchen.com)
2. Spaghetti Squash Chicken Pad Thai
Adaptations:
- Omit garlic (or replace with a little garlic-infused olive oil) for low FODMAP
- Swap peanuts out for almonds to make it Paleo
- Replace tamari with coconut aminos for Paleo
- Swap out rice vinegar with coconut vinegar for strict Paleo
(Recipe & photo from the wheatlesskitchen.com)
3. Spaghetti Squash with Cilantro Macadamia Pesto
Adaptations:
- Omit garlic (or replace with a little garlic-infused olive oil) for low FODMAP
(Recipe & photo from rubiesandradishes.com)
4. Simple Spiced Spaghetti Squash
Adaptations:
- None needed
(Recipe & photo from grokgrub.com)
5. Spaghetti Squash & Bison Meatballs
Adaptations:
- None needed
(Recipe & photo from foodrenegade.com)
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