Description
Spaghetti squash is a nutritious vegetable that, when cooked, has a texture similar to spaghetti. It’s a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until tender.
- Use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands.
- Top with marinara sauce and parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- You can add vegetables or protein to the sauce for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 42
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg
Keywords: spaghetti squash, low carb, healthy recipes, vegetable pasta