Description
A creamy and delicious garlic parmesan spaghetti squash dish that offers a healthy alternative to traditional pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3–4 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or cream cheese (for creaminess)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle the inside with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Place cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast for 35–45 minutes, until tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- When cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrape the flesh into “noodles” and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it burn).
- Add fresh spinach and sauté until wilted (2–3 minutes).
- Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Add the shredded spaghetti squash, stirring to combine with the spinach.
- Stir in Greek yogurt (or cream cheese) until creamy.
- Add Parmesan cheese and mozzarella, mixing until melted and well blended.
- If desired, sprinkle in red pepper flakes for a little kick.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to plates or bowls.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
- Enjoy hot!
Notes
- Top with grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp for extra protein.
- Add fresh basil or oregano for more flavor.
- Swap Greek yogurt for heavy cream or ricotta for a creamier sauce.
- This dish is a great low-carb alternative to pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Garlic parmesan spaghetti squash, creamy spaghetti squash, healthy pasta alternative