Spaghetti Squash Parmigiano

10 min prep time
1 hr cook time
8servings
Recipe by DaVita Photo by DaVita
Spaghetti Squash Parmigiano

How to Make Spaghetti Squash Parmigiano

Spaghetti squash is a winter squash with a unique stringy flesh that resembles spaghetti noodles. This recipe is a low carb side dish featuring classic Italian flavors but without the pasta! Spaghetti squash is also a lower potassium winter squash, making it a great addition to a kidney-friendly diet. Chef's Tip: Microwaving the raw spaghetti squash before cutting in half makes it much easier to cut into.
10 min prep time
1 hr cook time
8servings
3/4 cup
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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375º F.
  2. Pierce spaghetti squash with a fork. Microwave for 5 minutes to soften. Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove seeds and membranes.
  3. Rub cut squash all over with 2 tbsp olive oil. Place squash cut side down on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 50 minutes. Remove squash from oven and set aside to cool enough to be easily handled.
  4. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot; cook and stir until fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Turn off heat.
  5. Use a large spoon or fork to scrape the stringy flesh from the squash into the skillet. Add Parmesan cheese, black pepper and red pepper chili flakes; stir to combine. Serve warm.
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Nutrition facts

8 Servings

  • Serving Size
    3/4 cup
  • Amount per serving Calories 130
  • Total Fat 9g
    • Saturated Fat 2.6g
  • Cholesterol 5mg
  • Sodium 70mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 9g
    • Dietary Fiber 2g
    • Total Sugars 3g
  • Protein 3g
  • Potassium 155mg
  • Phosphorous 70mg
Ingredients
spaghetti squash
1 (about 5 lbs)
olive oil (divided use)
4 tbsp
garlic (minced)
2 clove
shallot (minced)
1
black pepper
1/4 tsp
crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 tsp
grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup

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Kathy jo

Spaghetti squash parm

This was very good. I had it with turkey, feta, spinach meatballs from the diabetic menu at Eating Well. I also added a shake of Mrs. DASH GARLIC AND HERB SEASONING TO SQUASH.

Not recommended

This was very plain and I expected way too much. It was okay just not flavorful.
No, I don’t recommend