Doesn't this look delicious? It looks just like spaghetti, right? If you haven't ever had Spaghetti Squash - you need to go buy one right now. It's the perfect healthy switch if you absolutely love your pasta! Spaghetti squash contains many nutrients, including folic acid, potassium, vitamin A, and beta carotene. It is low in calories, averaging 42 calories per 1-cup (155 grams) serving.
Not only is it healthy and delicious, it's also really easy to make! Preheat your oven to 375 degrees and cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up. Spray with non-stick spray. While your oven is preheating, use a knife and carefully cut the squash in half lengthwise. This can be very tricky, so be patient and be careful. Once you have the squash apart, you will see seeds just like you do in a pumpkin. Use a spoon and get all of the seed and stingy-ness out. I like to sprinkle garlic powder on the inside of each half, but the seasoning choice is up to you! Lay both halves face down on the sprayed aluminum foil. Pierce the outside with a fork 3-4 times. Cook for 45 minutes.
Now it's time for the magic to happen! Once the squash is out of the oven and cooled enough for you to handle, it's time to make spaghetti. Hold one half in your hand (you may want to use a towel if it's still a little too warm), use a fork and gently pull the spaghetti. Pretty cool huh? Keep doing this until you get down to the skin.
Now you can customize your dish any way you wish! For dinner last night, I topped it off with my favorite spaghetti sauce, lean ground turkey, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. In the past, I have added other vegetable or I have also made Chicken Parmesan.
I'd love to hear what you do with your spaghetti sqush, or how yours turns out! Be sure to become a member so you won't miss out on new, upcoming recipes!
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