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Special Diet Information

Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.

Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
No specific GERD triggers.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Check for anti-caking agents in pre-shredded cheese. It's safest to shred your own from a single block of cheese.

 

"Who do you think would win in a fight between a grilled cheese sandwich and a taco?" -Andy Samberg

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When you mix together the wet rub, use a large mixing bowl. The rub will be very sticky because of the thickness of the molasses. Use a rubber spatula to mix because it will help blend the spice ingredients and then when you add the cut squash a bit of the moisture will help. Fold the squash until it is well coated.

When roasting the squash, toss frequently using a wooden or ovenproof rubber spatula to keep the squash and pumpkin seeds from sticking to the pan and burning.


 

Roasted Squash Tacos

Servings: 2 | Serving size: 3 tacos

Cooking Time: 45 Minutes

This recipe can easily be multiplied and makes great leftovers, hot or cold.

Roasted Squash Tacos, a GERD-friendly vegetarian recipe from Dr. Gourmet

Ingredients

  • 2 small yellow squash (about 8 ounces total)
  • 2 small zucchini (about 8 ounces total)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground oregano
  • 2 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp molasses
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 4 ounces reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
  • 2 cups lettuce (shredded)
  • 6 corn tortillas (or crispy corn taco shells)

Slice the squash and zucchini lengthwise in quarters. Cut the lengths in half. (You should end up with pieces 3-4 inches long and about the thickness of two pencils.)

Place a large skillet in the oven and preheat to 325°F.

Place the cumin, oregano, cocoa powder, molasses, salt and pepper in a bowl and blend together with a rubber spatula. Add the squash and toss well to coat.

Add the olive oil to the hot pan and then the pumpkin seeds and the squash and zucchini.

Roast for 15 minutes. Toss frequently.

When the squash is cooked, place it in the taco shells and top with the shredded cheese and lettuce.

Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 3 tacos

Servings: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories 441 Calories from Fat 287
% Daily Value
Total Fat 31g 48%
    Saturated Fat 11g 46%
    Monounsaturated Fat 12g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 486mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 15g 2%
    Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
    Sugars 6g
Protein 27g
Vitamin A 18% Vitamin C 66%
Calcium 44% Iron 41%
Vitamin K 29 mcg Potassium 972 mg
Magnesium 227 mg