Description

This baked spaghetti squash recipe delivers tender, flavorful strands perfect for cozy dinners. It’s a light, versatile alternative to pasta that you can dress up with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium spaghetti squash

1–2 tablespoons olive oil

salt to taste

freshly ground black pepper to taste

1/2 cup marinara sauce

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Wash and dry the spaghetti squash then cut it in half lengthwise.

3. Scoop out seeds and pulp using a spoon.

4. Drizzle the cut sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

5. Place squash halves cut-side down on a lined baking sheet.

6. Bake for 35–45 minutes until the flesh is tender and easily strands with a fork.

7. Flip halves cut-side up and use a fork to scrape out strands into bowls or back into the shells.

8. Top with warm marinara sauce, sprinkle with Parmesan, garlic, and parsley.

9. Serve immediately while hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: main course
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 squash half
Calories: 200
Sugar: 5
Sodium: 300
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 6
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 24
Fiber: 5
Protein: 6
Cholesterol: 10

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