Description

This easy baked spaghetti squash recipe turns winter squash into a healthy, versatile pasta alternative with minimal ingredients and simple steps. You’ll learn how to prep, bake, and serve golden squash strands that pair with any sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium spaghetti squash

1–2 tablespoons olive oil

salt to taste

pepper to taste

garlic powder (optional)

italian seasoning (optional)

fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. preheat the oven to 400°F

2. cut the squash lengthwise and scoop out seeds

3. brush the flesh with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs

4. place squash halves cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet

5. bake for 35–45 minutes until the flesh is tender

6. turn squash halves cut-side up and use a fork to shred into strands

7. garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: side dish
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 100
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 200
Fat: 5
Saturated Fat: 1
Unsaturated Fat: 4
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 15
Fiber: 3
Protein: 1
Cholesterol: 0

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