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Simple Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Easy and delicious, this Simple Roasted Spaghetti Squash makes a versatile side dish that’s great for a dinner party or a weeknight dinner! Plus, it’s friendly to many dietary restrictions.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: Easy, Gluten-Free, Keto, Side Dish, Sugar Free, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 39kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Spaghetti Squash r1 Large or 2 Medium Squash (About 32 ounces after roasting with skin, seeds, and pulp removed)
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper or to taste
  • Additional Seasoning to Taste Optional. Depending on what I’m serving with this dish, I often choose an Italian Herb Seasoning / Blend or Creole Seasoning or Greek Seasoning.

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • With a sharp knife, puncture each side of 1 Spaghetti Squashhe Spaghetti Squash.
    1 Spaghetti Squash
  • Roast the Spaghetti Squash at 400°F for 20 minutes, turn over, and roast for another 20 minutes.
    1 Spaghetti Squash
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool until it feels safe to handle.
  • Remove the ends and cut the squash in half lengthwise.
  • Use a spoon to remove the seeds and center pulp. Leave the flesh.
  • Use a fork to shred the flesh into long spaghetti-like strings.
  • Place into a large bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt and 2 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper and, optionally, with any Additional Seasoning to Taste.
    1 tablespoon Kosher Salt, 2 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper, Additional Seasoning to Taste
  • Set the oven to 425°F and spray the prepared baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Spread out the shredded spaghetti squash on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, toss, and roast for another 20. You should just start to get some browning on the top.
  • Serve warm, either on its own or as a base for your favorite protein.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Simple Roasted Spaghetti Squash
Amount per Serving
Calories
39
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.1
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.1
g
Sodium
 
893
mg
39
%
Potassium
 
137
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
9
g
3
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
148
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
 
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
31
mg
3
%
Iron
 
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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