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Spaghetti Squash, Nature’s Low Carb Pasta

Whether you are trying to cut carbs or you just want to sneak more vegetables into your diet, baked spaghetti squash may be just what you need in your life. Spaghetti squash is nature’s low carb pasta and it is also gluten free. Although it only comes in only one pasta shape: spaghetti, it is still quite versatile. In this recipe I make a classic spaghetti with red sauce, however, you can add any pasta sauce you wish.

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Ingredients:

  • 3 pound spaghetti squash
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 jar pasta sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions:

Preparing the squash

Spaghetti Squash

First rinse the squash. Place it on a cutting board and use an 8 inch chef’s knife to slice it in half. If you find this difficult here are some tips:

  • First cut off the end with the stem, because this is the most difficult part to cut.
  • Make slits all around the middle with a paring knife then microwave the squash for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Spaghetti squash sliced in half

After your squash is sliced in half, use a spoon to scoop out the seeds.

Spaghetti squash seeds removed adding olive oil

Then use a silicone spatula to spread 1 tablespoon of olive oil on each half. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

How to bake spaghetti squash

Place the squash cut side down on a sheet pan or cookie sheet. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Spaghetti squash ready to bake

Bake for 25 minutes or until the flesh separates easily when pricked with a fork. Note, this time is for a 3 pound squash, the time may vary with a larger or smaller squash. While your squash bakes, sauté the onion.

Baked spaghetti squash

Preparing your pasta

Allow the squash to cool for 15 minutes or until it is cool enough to handle. Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh aka: pasta. Use 2 forks to separate any large chunks.

Scooping spaghetti squash into a baking dish

Place the squash into a greased 9×9 baking dish.

Mix in sauteed onions and pasta sauce. Top with grated parmesan.

Baking the pasta

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until warm and bubbly.

Baked spaghetti squash spaghetti
Try to get a photo before your family digs in, I dare you!

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Printable Recipe

Recipe By Kristin
Course: Dinner Cusine:Italian Difficulty:Easy

Servings

4 minutes

Preparing Time

5 minutes

Cooking Time

25 minutes

Calories

kcal

INGREDIENTS

  1. 3 pound spaghetti squash

  2. 2 tablespoons olive oil

  3. salt and pepper to taste

  4. 1 medium onion diced

  5. 1 jar pasta sauce

  6. 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

DIRECTION

  1. Prepare the Squash

    First rinse the squash. Place it on a cutting board and use an 8 inch chef’s knife to slice it in half. After your squash is sliced in half, use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Then use a silicone spatula to spread 1 tablespoon of olive oil on each half. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper.

  2. Bake the squash

    Place the squash cut side down on a sheet pan or cookie sheet. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Bake for 25 minutes or until the flesh separates easily when pricked with a fork. Note, this time is for a 3 pound squash, the time may vary with a larger or smaller squash. While your squash bakes, sauté the onion.

  3. Prepare the pasta

    Allow the squash to cool for 15 minutes or until it is cool enough to handle. Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh aka: pasta. Use 2 forks to separate any large chunks. Place the squash into a greased 9×9 baking dish. Mix in sauteed onions and pasta sauce. Top with grated parmesan.

  4. Bake the pasta

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until warm and bubbly.

NOTES

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By Kristin

I am a part-time pediatric pharmacist, full time wife and mother of three teens. I’m also a home chef, gamer, and love to entertain in my home. I know how to relax and enjoy my home life and would love to share my ideas with you.

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