Best 7 Spaghetti Squash Gratin With Basil Recipes

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Spaghetti squash gratin with basil is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe uses simple ingredients that are readily available, and it can be prepared in under an hour. The spaghetti squash is roasted until tender, and then it is mixed with a creamy sauce made with milk, cheese, and basil. The mixture is then poured into a baking dish and topped with more cheese. The gratin is baked until golden brown and bubbly. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a salad.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPAGHETTI SQUASH AU GRATIN



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This recipe is quick to prepare and a great alternative for a lower-carbohydrate, lower-calorie option in place of a potato side dish. My husband is a meat-and-potatoes kind of guy and even he loved this recipe.

Provided by sandybaby999

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
3 tablespoons light margarine
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup fat-free sour cream
1 cup shredded light Cheddar cheese
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Place spaghetti squash in a covered dish and add 1/4 inch of water. Microwave for 10 to 12 minutes. Scrape insides of squash with a fork and transfer to a small bowl.
  • Heat margarine in a medium skillet over medium heat while spaghetti squash is cooking and cook onion, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until the onion is browned, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Mix spaghetti squash, onion mixture, sour cream, and 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese together. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and top with remaining Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Turn on broiler for the last 2 to 3 minutes and broil until gratin is golden brown on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 9.6 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 264.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

SPAGHETTI SQUASH GRATIN WITH BASIL



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Recently on the Recipes for Health page on Facebook, I asked readers what they were finding in their weekly delivered produce boxes. Requests for spaghetti squash recipes came pouring in. I was working on basil dishes already, so I decided to combine the two ingredients in this gratin.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, casseroles, main course, side dish

Time 2h30m

Yield Serves six as a main dish, eight as a side

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 spaghetti squash, about 3 pounds
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt
freshly ground pepper
3 large eggs
1/2 cup low-fat milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (1/4 cup basil leaves)
2 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino romano

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Pierce the squash in several places with a sharp knife. Cover a baking sheet with foil, and place the squash on top. Bake for one hour, turning the squash every 20 minutes until it is soft and easy to cut into with a knife. Remove from the heat, and allow the squash to cool until you can handle it. Cut in half lengthwise, and allow to cool further. Remove the seeds and discard. Scoop out the flesh, and place in a bowl. Run a fork through the flesh to separate the spaghetti-like strands, then chop coarsely. Measure out 4 cups squash. (Use whatever remains for another dish, or freeze.)
  • Oil a 2-quart gratin or baking dish. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet, and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, for another 30 seconds to a minute until fragrant. Add the squash. Cook, stirring often, for five minutes until the strands of squash are a little more tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
  • Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Add the milk, salt (about 1/2 teaspoon), pepper and basil. Stir in the squash mixture and the Gruyère, and combine well. Scrape into the baking dish. Sprinkle the Parmesan or pecorino over the top, and gently press down to moisten.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes until nicely browned and sizzling. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve hot, warm or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 719 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPAGHETTI SQUASH GRATIN



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This savory spaghetti squash casserole gets an umami boost from anchovies and Parmesan. The creamy sauce is surprisingly low in fat, so go ahead and have a second helping!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 to 2 anchovy fillets, chopped
3 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves
5 cups Simple Roasted Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a small pot, bring broth, milk, and garlic to a boil over medium-high and cook 1 minute. Pour into a medium bowl, then slowly add flour, whisking constantly.
  • In pot, melt butter over medium. Add anchovies and 2 teaspoons sage and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Return broth mixture to pan, bring to a simmer, and cook until thickened, 6 minutes. Discard garlic.
  • Add squash to sauce and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 2-quart shallow baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon sage, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan and sprinkle over squash. Bake until top is golden brown and mixture is bubbling at edges, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

CAPRESE SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: spaghetti squash, olive oil, salt, pepper, oil, garlic, yellow onion, cherry tomato, salt, pepper, mini mozzarella ball, fresh basil

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 spaghetti squash
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ yellow onion, diced
1 cup cherry tomato, halved
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
8 oz mini mozzarella ball
fresh basil, to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  • With a sharp knife, slice the squash in half. If the squash is too tough, puncture in several places forming a dotted line around the squash. Microwave for 3-5 minutes to soften. Allow to cool before cutting in half.
  • Scoop out the seeds, brush with oil, and sprinkle with salt, and pepper. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce the skin.
  • In a pan over medium heat, add the oil, garlic, and onions, and sautè until onions are translucent.
  • Add the cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper and simmer until they are cooked and begin to become softened.
  • Remove squash from the oven, with a fork pull at the edges to produce that stringy "spaghetti" quality. Add the squash to the tomato mixture and mix in the pan.
  • Add mixture back to the hollowed out spaghetti squash halves. Top with mini mozzarella balls ans basil.
  • Bake an additional 5-10 minutes, or until cheese melts.
  • Serve in the squash, and top with basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 14 grams

SPAGHETTI SQUASH GRATIN WITH BASIL



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Categories     Vegetable     Bake

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 spaghetti squash, about 3 pounds
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3 large eggs
1/2 cup low-fat milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (1/4 cup basil leaves)
2 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino romano

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Pierce the squash in several places with a sharp knife. Cover a baking sheet with foil, and place the squash on top. Bake for one hour, turning the squash every 20 minutes until it is soft and easy to cut into with a knife. Remove from the heat, and allow the squash to cool until you can handle it. Cut in half lengthwise, and allow to cool further. Remove the seeds and discard. Scoop out the flesh, and place in a bowl. Run a fork through the flesh to separate the spaghetti-like strands, then chop coarsely. Measure out 4 cups squash. (Use whatever remains for another dish, or freeze.) 2. Oil a 2-quart gratin or baking dish. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet, and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, for another 30 seconds to a minute until fragrant. Add the squash. Cook, stirring often, for five minutes until the strands of squash are a little more tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat. 3. Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Add the milk, salt (about 1/2 teaspoon), pepper and basil. Stir in the squash mixture and the Gruyère, and combine well. Scrape into the baking dish. Sprinkle the Parmesan or pecorino over the top, and gently press down to moisten. 4. Bake 40 to 45 minutes until nicely browned and sizzling. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve hot, warm or room temperature

SPAGHETTI SQUASH GRATIN



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I don't care for using spaghetti squash like it's spaghetti pasta, but this way makes an awesome side dish. I use other cheeses sometimes. When you're done with the squash, you can roast the seeds for a yummy snack, too!

Provided by Wendy0

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h40m

Yield 6-9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large spaghetti squash
3/4 cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons gruyere cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • First pierce the squash in several places with a knife and bake on a cookie sheet at 400 deg. for 1 hour or until squash has softened.
  • Allow to cool.
  • Cut squash in half lengthwise, remove seeds, and scoop out spaghetti-like flesh.
  • Beat together milk and eggs, stir in Gruyere and spices, and mix thoroughly with squash.
  • Transfer squash into a lightly oiled square baking dish.
  • Top with bread crumbs and Parmesan, then drizzle with olive oil.
  • Bake at 400 deg. for 30 minutes or until slightly browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 70.2, Sodium 328.8, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 5.8

THE REALTOR'S SPAGHETTI SQUASH AU GRATIN



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Spaghetti with almost no carbs! It's like magic! If you haven't tried spaghetti squash yet, you should. It's really a great replacement when you're craving spaghetti but can't have it.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     Vegetable

Time 28m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced small
1 -2 garlic clove, minced fine
1 spaghetti squash, 2-2 1/2 lbs, scraped and ready to use (see How to Cook a Spaghetti Squash)
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
1 dash salt and pepper
4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet and cook onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, 6 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Place scraped squash in bowl, add onions and garlic, basil, salt and pepper and toss well.
  • Place mixture in buttered 1 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and broil for 2-3 minutes until JUST starting to brown.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Selecting the Right Spaghetti Squash: Choose a spaghetti squash that is firm and heavy for its size, with a deep yellow or orange color. Avoid squash with soft spots or blemishes.
  • Cooking the Spaghetti Squash: There are two main methods for cooking spaghetti squash: baking and microwaving. Baking is the traditional method and takes about an hour, while microwaving is faster, taking about 10-15 minutes. Both methods produce tender, spaghetti-like strands.
  • Handling the Spaghetti Squash: Once cooked, the spaghetti squash can be easily shredded with a fork. Be careful when handling the squash as it can be very hot. Use oven mitts or a kitchen towel to protect your hands.
  • Adding Flavor: The spaghetti squash has a mild flavor, so it is important to add seasonings and sauces to enhance its taste. Common additions include garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. You can also experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique flavor combinations.
  • Serving Suggestions: Spaghetti squash can be served as a main course or a side dish. It can be topped with a variety of sauces, such as marinara, Alfredo, or pesto. It can also be used in casseroles, soups, and salads.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti squash is a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and it is also low in calories and carbohydrates. With its mild flavor and spaghetti-like texture, spaghetti squash is a great alternative to traditional pasta. Whether you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish or a hearty and satisfying main course, spaghetti squash is a great choice. Experiment with different cooking methods, seasonings, and sauces to create your own unique and delicious spaghetti squash dishes.

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