Healthy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin
Enjoy a creamy and healthy twist on comfort food with our Healthy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin. Try this easy recipe today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- 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). Halve the spaghetti squash lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, brush with olive oil, place cut-side down on a baking sheet, and roast for 35–40 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Once cool enough to handle, shred the roasted spaghetti squash into strands with a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded squash with sautéed onions and garlic, Greek yogurt, 1 cup of cheese, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg