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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash

    Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash

    By Sherri On February 26, 2019, Updated December 7, 2020 8 Comments

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    5 from 4 votes
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    Parmesan Spaghetti Squash recipe

    This low carb, healthy Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash is an easy side dish. Serve it alongside chicken or fish and a simple vegetable for a balanced meal.

    Finding new and different side dishes that are simple and delicious makes me so happy.  Simple recipes like sauteed spinach, roasted broccoli, or balsamic roasted cauliflower and now this spaghetti squash recipe are some of the most loved in our house.

    A bowl of Spaghetti Squash topped with parmesan cheese

    Finding new and different side dishes that are simple and delicious makes me so happy. This Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash is one of those.

    It’s another fabulous low-carb substitute for pasta, rice or potatoes. It’s mild in flavor and has a nice little “al dente” texture.

    All you have to do is cut the squash in half and roast in at 350 degrees for 40 minutes until it’s tender to cut into with a knife. Then simply scrape the insides into a bowl and use them however you wish. (You can also cook the entire squash without cutting it in half as well if you have a little more time. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.)

    Saute a little garlic in coconut oil, toss in the spaghetti squash, then sprinkle on a little parmesan. Voila!

     

    Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash in a white bowl with a fork beside bowl

    How to Make Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash

    Preheat oven to 350F.

    Cut then ends off the squash and then cut it in half, lengthwise.

    whole spaghetti squash on a cutting board with ends cut off

    spaghetti squash cut in half on a cutting board

    Scrape out the pulp and seeds. (I run a knife all the way around it then can easily scoop it out.)

    Spaghetti squash cut in half with a spoon scooping the seeds and pulp out.

    Bake spaghetti squash for 45 minutes, or until a knife is easily inserted through the outer skin.

    Let squash cool for 10 minutes.

    Use a fork to then scrape the squash to get the yummy “spaghetti” strand.
    cooked spaghetti squash half with a fork scraping the inside

    Heat a large saute pan with the butter and the garlic over medium-low heat for 5 minutes.

    Add squash strands to the garlic and butter and toss well.

    spaghetti squash in a pan being sauted with a wooded spoon

    Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.

    If you prefer a softer texture, cover the pan and saute for 2-3 more minutes.

    ENJOY!!

    Try these other easy healthy Side Dish recipes too!

    Zucchini Squash Tomato Bake

    Cilantro Lime Brown Rice

    Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

    Quinoa Tabouli Salad

    Baked Zucchini Cakes

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    white bowl with spaghetti squash topped with parmesan cheese

    Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash

    Simple and delicious, this Parmesan Garlic Spaghetti Squash adds a fabulous low-carb option to any healthy dinner.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Cool: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 58kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    • 1 medium spaghetti squash
    • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
    • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
    • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350F.
    • Cut squash in half, lengthwise. Scrape out the pulp and seeds. (I run a knife all the way around it then can easily scoop it out.)
    • Bake spaghetti squash for 45 minutes, or until a knife is easily inserted through the outer skin.
    • Let squash cool for 10 minutes.
    • Use a fork to then scrape the squash to get the yummy "spaghetti" strand.
    • Heat a large saute pan with the butter and the garlic over medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
    • Add squash strands to the garlic and butter and toss well.
    • Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 58kcal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 66mg | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 51mg
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    1. Rita

      November 25, 2018 at 7:54 pm

      5 stars
      The most difficult part was cutting the squash in half! Easy and delicious, I did substitute olive oil for the coconut oil.

      Reply
    2. nba 2k16 mt buy

      March 31, 2016 at 10:52 pm

      Quite interesting….look forth to visiting again.|

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    3. Jessica

      February 28, 2015 at 11:37 am

      5 stars
      I have wanted to try squash spaghetti for so long! I need to try it! Pinned and shared!

      Reply
    4. Thao @ In Good Flavor

      February 16, 2015 at 12:14 pm

      This looks delicious! I like spaghetti squash and should start using it more often.

      Reply
    5. Diana Rambles

      February 16, 2015 at 9:57 am

      We love spaghetti squash! I’ll be making this soon!

      Reply
    6. Jillian Hudson

      February 15, 2015 at 10:18 pm

      This is a great recipe!

      Reply
    7. Debra Needles

      February 15, 2015 at 9:29 pm

      I pinned this. We love spaghetti squash at our house…in fact I have 2 on the counter right now! We usually make them with butter and a little brown sugar, but this looks like a yummy alternative. Just wish those things weren’t so darn hard to cut open!

      Reply
    8. Candace

      February 15, 2015 at 6:12 pm

      This looks delicious! Spaghetti squash is one of the only vegetables my son will eat so I make it often :). I’ll definitely have to try this version. Pinning!

      Reply

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