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How to Cook Spaghetti Squash (VIDEO)
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Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
45m
Total Time
50m
This simple and delicious recipe will show you how to cook spaghetti squash to perfection. With just a few ingredients and a simple cooking method, you'll have a healthy and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed on its own or topped with your favorite sauce. Check out the video for step-by-step instructions!
Ingredients
Servings:
2
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Steps
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Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Rinse and dry your spaghetti squash and carefully cut it in half lengthwise. The skin is tough so cut carefully and take your time. (Note: placing the squash over a towel will help prevent rolling.
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Use a spoon to scrape out and discard the seeds.
3
Brush the inside of each squash half with 1/2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle the inside lightly with salt and black pepper (I use about 1/4 tsp each).
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Place on the lined baking sheet cut-side-down and bake at 400˚F until fork tender. A smaller squash will take less time and a larger squash will take longer (see *baking chart below).
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Remove squash from the oven and flip over. Once cool enough to handle, use a fork to fluff the center, scraping it away from the skin.
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To serve as a vegetable side, drizzle with more extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total
recipe.
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Calories228kcal11%
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Fat13g0%
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Saturated Fat2g0%
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Carbohydrates29g1%
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Fiber5g0%
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Sugar6g0%
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Protein3g0%
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Cholesterol0mg0%
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Sodium375mg18%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.