How to Make Italian-Style Spaghetti Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian-Style Spaghetti Squash is a fantastic and healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes. This dish is not only delicious and satisfying, but it's also low in calories and packed with nutrients. If you're looking for a way to incorporate more veggies into your diet or want to try something new, this recipe is perfect for you.

Spaghetti squash is a versatile winter squash that, when cooked, has a stringy and "spaghetti-like" texture. It's a great substitute for pasta and can b...

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Ingredients

  • 1 small spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
  • 2 cloves garlic, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • ½ cup toasted pine nuts, coarsely chopped
  • 4 medium green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup snipped fresh basil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Prick squash skin all over. Rub cut sides of the halved garlic over the flesh. Lightly brush each squash half with some olive oil. Place cut side-down in a 3-quart baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tender, 45 to 60 minutes. Let cool until easily handled. Separate the squash flesh into strands using a fork. Leave strands in the shells.
  • Divide mozzarella cheese between the shells. Toss lightly. Press mixture up the sides of the shells.
  • Combine remaining olive oil, tomatoes, pine nuts, green onions, basil, and minced garlic in a bowl. Divide tomato mixture between the shells. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top. Return squash halves to the baking dish.
  • Continue baking until filling is heated through, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    300 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 241mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 310mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 530mg