Description
Enjoy this healthy and delicious spaghetti squash dish, a satisfying alternative to pasta that can be customized with your favorite sauces and vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Your choice of sauce or vegetables for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Carefully slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place the squash cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for about 40 minutes until tender.
- Allow to cool slightly, then use a fork to scrape out the strands into a bowl.
- Toss with your desired sauce or vegetables, adding Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in sautéed garlic or fresh herbs.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Vegetarian
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 120g)
- Calories: 42
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg