Description
This simple guide shows you how to transform spaghetti squash into tender, noodle-like strands by baking, then enjoy it mashed or sautéed with flavorful toppings. It’s a light, versatile side dish perfect for healthy meals.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
3. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
4. Place squash halves cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Roast for 35–45 minutes until the flesh is tender and strands pull away with a fork.
6. Let the squash cool slightly, then use a fork to scrape out spaghetti-like strands.
7. For mashed squash, combine strands with butter, garlic, and parmesan in a bowl and mash until creamy.
8. For sautéed squash, heat a skillet with olive oil, add squash strands, and cook until lightly browned. Season and top with herbs.
9. Serve warm with your choice of sauces or toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: roasting
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: spaghetti squash, easy squash recipe, roasted spaghetti squash, mashed spaghetti squash, sautéed squash, low carb vegetable, healthy side dish, gluten free, vegetarian