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Baked Spaghetti Squash

Baked spaghetti squash is easy to make and produces tender spaghetti-like strands.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 136 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 spaghetti squash approximately 2 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and stringy bits and discard (or save the seeds for roasting).
  3. Drizzle the cut side with oil or spread with butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place cut side down and bake 40 minutes or just until tender.
  5. Cool 5 minutes. Flip spaghetti squash over and gently run a fork down the squash to separate into strands.
  6. Season with additional butter, salt and pepper if desired.

Notes

  • Leftover squash can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or in the microwave until heated through. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 136 (7%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 41mg (2%) Potassium 260mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 290IU (6%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 56mg (6%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 136

% Daily Value*

Calories 136 7%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 41mg 2%
Potassium 260mg 6%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 290IU 6%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 56mg 6%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.