Description
Discover Spaghetti Squash, a healthy pasta substitute. This recipe features tender strands with a savory marinara topping. Ideal for quick dinners, it’s customizable with proteins. Perfect for meal prep, it reheats well. Enjoy its light, flavorful bite!
Ingredients
1 medium spaghetti squash (about 2–3 lbs/900-1350g)
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup (240ml) marinara sauce
½ cup (50g) grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Cut squash in half, remove seeds, brush with 1 tablespoon oil, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs.
3. Roast cut-side down for 35-45 minutes until tender, then cool slightly.
4. Shred flesh into strands with a fork, toss with remaining oil, and adjust seasoning.
5. Warm marinara, spoon over squash, top with parmesan, and garnish with basil.
6. Serve warm.
Notes
Microwave for faster cooking if short on time.
Add cooked sausage for extra flavor.
Drain excess water from squash if needed.
Use fresh herbs for a brighter taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg