1. Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash
This simple low-carb recipe is buttery, garlicky, cheesy, and perfect as a light dinner or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Cut spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Brush with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast cut-side down at 400°F for 35 to 40 minutes.
- Fluff the squash strands with a fork.
- Melt butter in a skillet, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Toss spaghetti squash strands with garlic butter, parmesan, parsley, and red pepper flakes.
Low-Carb Tip: Add grilled chicken or shrimp if you want to turn this into a higher-protein dinner.
2. Turkey Marinara Spaghetti Squash Boats
These cozy squash boats taste like a lighter baked pasta dinner with turkey, marinara, and melted mozzarella.
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup low-sugar marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
- Fresh basil, optional
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Roast spaghetti squash at 400°F until tender.
- Cook ground turkey in a skillet until browned and fully cooked.
- Stir in marinara, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fluff squash strands inside each shell.
- Spoon turkey marinara into the squash boats.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese melts.
Food Safety Tip: Ground turkey should reach 165°F before serving.
3. Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash
This creamy low-carb dinner uses spaghetti squash instead of pasta and a simple lighter Alfredo-style sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
- 1/2 cup cream cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup parmesan
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup spinach
- Salt, black pepper, and parsley, to taste
Instructions
- Roast spaghetti squash until tender and fluff into strands.
- Add garlic and chicken broth to a skillet.
- Stir in cream cheese or Greek yogurt and parmesan until creamy.
- Add chicken and spinach.
- Toss in spaghetti squash strands.
- Season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
Food Safety Tip: If cooking chicken from raw, make sure it reaches 165°F before adding it to the sauce.
