Spaghetti Squash
Transform your dinner table with this easy and delicious Spaghetti Squash recipe, a healthy and gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta. With just a handful of simple ingredients—like olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and optional seasonings such as garlic powder or dried herbs—you can create a flavorful, low-carb dish that’s perfect as a main course or side. The squash is roasted to tender perfection, then transformed into delicate, spaghetti-like strands that soak up your favorite toppings. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep time, this versatile recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it warm and watch as everyone enjoys this guilt-free comfort food. Keywords: spaghetti squash recipe, roasted spaghetti squash, low-carb pasta alternative, healthy vegetarian recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon optional seasonings (e.g., garlic powder, paprika, dried herbs)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Wash the spaghetti squash to remove any dirt. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp in the center using a spoon.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each half of the squash. Use a brush or your fingers to spread the oil evenly across the flesh. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and any optional seasonings of your choice.
Place the squash halves cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the squash from the oven and allow it to cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Using a fork, scrape the flesh of the squash to create spaghetti-like strands.
Transfer the scraped spaghetti squash to a serving dish and lightly toss it with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and additional seasonings, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.6 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 3007 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1376 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
