Healthy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin
Healthy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin is the ultimate comfort food reimagined for a healthier lifestyle. This dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted spaghetti squash with creamy, cheesy goodness, creating a satisfying meal that’s low-carb and gluten-free. Perfect as a light main course or a delightful side dish, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. With easy preparation steps and the flexibility to customize, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again. Enjoy every bite guilt-free!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ¼ tsp paprika or dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place on a baking sheet cut-side down and roast for about 30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until softened (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Let the roasted squash cool slightly, then use a fork to shred it into noodle-like strands.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded squash, sautéed onions and garlic, Greek yogurt, 1 cup of cheese, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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