Baked spaghetti squash with garlic sage cream is a delicious and easy low-carb alternative to traditional pasta. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that is sure to impress your taste buds. The spaghetti squash is roasted until tender and then topped with a creamy sauce made with garlic, sage, and parmesan cheese. This dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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LOW-CARB SPAGHETTI SQUASH ALFREDO
Spaghetti squash replaces the traditional fettuccine, making this a low-carb dish. A mortar and pestle can be used to cream the roasted garlic, if desired.
Provided by Bren
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash Winter Squash Spaghetti Squash
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pierce the spaghetti squash shells several times with a fork. Brush 1 teaspoon olive oil evenly over the cut sides of the squash and season with salt. Place spaghetti squash, cut sides down, on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a sharp knife to cut 1/4 inch from the top of the garlic. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil and season with a pinch of salt. Wrap in a double layer of foil and place on the baking sheet with the squash.
- Roast in the preheated oven until squash shreds easily with a fork, about 30 minutes.
- Start the sauce after the squash and garlic have been roasting for 20 minutes. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Pour in cream and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and nutmeg, whisking quickly until smooth. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Remove the squash and garlic from the oven. Pull squash into spaghetti strands with a fork.
- Allow the garlic to cool slightly, then squeeze the cloves into a small dish. Use a fork to mash the pulp into a smooth consistency. Add to the cheese sauce; stir well.
- Divide Alfredo sauce evenly between the squash, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 138.4 mg, Fat 47.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 27.1 g, Sodium 998.2 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
LOW CARB BAKED SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH GARLIC SAGE CREAM
A few simple ingredients transform this mild tasting vegetable into a memorable side dish. My whole family loves this, even kids and at only 2 grams of carbs per serving it is a great dish to beat back the pasta craving! It tastes alot like spaghetti alfredo. I usually serve this with grilled chicken. My girlfriend passed this recipe on to me, I have no idea where it came from. If you are watching carbs it has a net carb count of only 2 grams per serving. For those doing Atkins, use the heavy cream, for those on SBD use milk and add a wee bit of thickener if needed. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
Provided by Leslie
Categories Vegetable
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 400°F.
- Prick squash in several places and bake 45 min until tender.
- Allow to cool slightly, cut in 1/2 and scoop out seeds.
- Pull out squash strands from each side with a fork.
- Transfer to a warm bowl.
- While squash is baking: Heat cream, garlic and sage in pan over med. heat.
- Cook 10 min until cream is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Pour sauce over squash, toss lightly until combined.
- Add salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.1, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 44.4, Sodium 107.3, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.5
LOW-CARB SPAGHETTI SQUASH
Strands of spaghetti squash are tossed with a cooked mixture of Italian sausage, onion, sweet peppers and spaghetti sauce. The mixture is piled back into the squash shells and sprinkled with grated cheese to bake.
Provided by shawnajean
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut squash in half lengthwise, remove seeds. Place squash, cut side up, in a microwave-safe dish with 1/4 cup water. Cover with vented microwave-safe plastic wrap; cook on high for 7-10 minutes, depending on size. Add more cooking, 1 minute at a time, if necessary. Let stand 5 minutes. With fork "comb" out strands. Do not discard shell. Saute sausage, bell peppers, onion, garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until sausage browns and vegetables are tender. Mix in spaghetti sauce and dried oregano or Italian spices. Mix squash strands with sausage mixture. Spoon filling into squash shells. Place filled squash shells on baking sheet. Sprinkle with grated cheese. Bake uncovered until heated through, about 20 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose the right spaghetti squash: Look for a medium-sized squash with a deep yellow color. This will ensure that it is ripe and has a good flavor.
- Roast the squash properly: To get the best flavor and texture, roast the squash until it is tender and slightly caramelized. This will take about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Use a good quality olive oil: The olive oil you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Use a high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best results.
- Don't overcook the garlic and sage: Garlic and sage can easily burn, so be careful not to overcook them. Add them to the pan just before serving and cook them for no more than a minute or two.
- Season the dish to taste: Be sure to taste the dish before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder.
Conclusion:
This low-carb baked spaghetti squash with garlic sage cream is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pasta. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of roasted spaghetti squash, garlic, sage, and cream creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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