Roasted Spaghetti Squash Recipe. Spaghetti squash roasted in the oven and then sautéed with butter, garlic, and onions.
A few years back I wanted to reduce the amount of meat I was eating while incorporating more whole foods. I was searching for meatless meals that would fill me up while also satisfying my taste buds. Spaghetti squash fit that bill nicely. This roasted spaghetti squash recipe was a direct result of my whole foods journey.
This recipe does take some time, about and hour, so it might not be the best option for a busy weeknight meal. But if you do have the time, this roasted spaghetti squash will not disappoint. The garlic, butter, and onions used in this dish provide such a wonderful flavor. It will be difficult to not eat the entire spaghetti squash!
NOTE
Before beginning the recipe remember to read the “Invent Your Recipe” section below for additional suggestions, recipe combinations, or ingredient alternatives.
How to Make Roasted Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Preparing the Spaghetti Squash:
- Begin by cutting the squash in half and cleaning out the seeds. Next, place the squash halves faced down on a baking sheet and add about 1/2 inch of water to the baking sheet.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let the squash cool for 10 minutes.
Finishing the Squash:
- After the squash has cooled for 10 minutes, pull the squash from the skin using a fork. Next, in a large skillet melt the butter on high heat.
- Next, add in the garlic and saute until golden (about 2 minutes). Next, add in the onion and saute for 2 minutes, mixing occasionally.
- Finally, add in the cooked squash, salt, and pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
How to Serve This Roasted Spaghetti Squash Recipe
- Use the roasted spaghetti squash recipe in place of pasta for a vegetarian or low carb and low calorie option.
- Serve this roasted spaghetti squash recipe as a healthy side dish option along side chicken, pork, beef, or seafood.
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The Recipe
Roasted Spaghetti Squash
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash
- 1 sweet onion sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- Water for roasting
Instructions
Preparing the Squash:
- Begin by cutting the squash in half and cleaning out the seeds. Next, place the squash halves faced down on a baking sheet and add about 1/2 inch of water to the baking sheet.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let the squash cool for 10 minutes.
Finishing the Squash:
- After the squash has cooled for 10 minutes, pull the squash from the skin using a fork. Next, in a large skillet melt the butter on high heat.
- Next, add in the garlic and saute until golden (about 2 minutes). Next, add in the onion and saute for 2 minutes, mixing occasionally.
- Finally, add in the cooked squash, salt, and pepper, and saute for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
To Serve:
- Use in place of spaghetti for a vegetarian or low calorie option
Invent Your Recipe
Nutrition
Invent Your Recipe:
For this roasted spaghetti squash recipe I am keeping things simple with just 6 ingredients. To complement the spaghetti squash I am using fresh garlic and 1 sweet onion. Besides those additions, the recipe is finished with some butter, salt, and ground black pepper.
Butter, onions, and garlic is a very simple and tasty way to season vegetables. You can use this combination with any vegetable that you want to sauté, bake, or grill.
For this roasted spaghetti squash recipe add in some red pepper flakes if you like a little heat. Also, feel free to add in more seasoning and spice. Use what you like and make some savory spaghetti squash recipes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roasted Spaghetti Squash Recipe
What temperature do you roast spaghetti squash on?
In this roasted spaghetti squash recipe I am setting the oven to 375 degrees and roasting for 40 minutes. However, you can increase or decrease the heat if you would like. For 350 degrees I would bake for 50-60 minutes, and for 400 degrees I would bake for 30-35 minutes. The choice is entirely up to you.
How long to bake spaghetti squash?
Bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes. However, you can increase or decrease the heat if you would like. For 350 degrees I would bake for 50-60 minutes, and for 400 degrees I would bake for 30-35 minutes. The choice is entirely up to you.
What to serve with spaghetti squash?
I like to serve this roasted spaghetti squash recipe along side a protein such as chicken, pork, beef, or seafood. This is a nice way to incorporate a healthy side dish into a meal. Roasted spaghetti squash would also pair well with another vegetables such as roasted carrots, potatoes, sweet potatoes, eggplant, zucchini, or asparagus.
How do you make spaghetti squash not mushy?
When roasting spaghetti squash, cut the squash in half, remove the seeds and place on a baking sheet. Next, sprinkle some salt over the squash halves and let sit for about 10 minutes. Next, sprinkle the squash halves with some extra virgin olive oil and rub in to coat the squash. Next, bake at 375 degrees for about 40 minutes.
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