Description
Spaghetti squash is a versatile and healthy alternative to traditional pasta, offering a delightful twist to your favorite Italian dishes. With its sweet, nutty aroma and golden strands, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also visually stunning on any dinner table. Customize it with various sauces and toppings, making it perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep throughout the week. Indulge guilt-free in satisfying flavors without the carbs!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grilled chicken or shrimp (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle each half with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 40-50 minutes until tender.
- While the squash roasts, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until golden brown (about 1-2 minutes).
- Once roasted, flip the squash halves and scrape out the strands with a fork into a bowl.
- Mix in sautéed garlic, herbs, and optional protein. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional herbs or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg