Easy Spaghetti Squash Recipes: Discover Quick and Tasty Dishes!
A collection of quick and delicious spaghetti squash recipes that are easy to prepare and perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the 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 and pepper.
- Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Once cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands.
- In a pan, heat the marinara sauce and mix in the spaghetti squash strands.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to add vegetables or protein to the marinara sauce for added nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg