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Herbed spaghetti squash

Recipe Information

Description:
Herbed spaghetti squash is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 5 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour
Total Time 1 Hour, 5 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Spaghetti Squash
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Baking; Stove Top; Frying
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 spaghetti squash

  • 2 1/2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 tablespoon basil, finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon sage, finely chopped

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

  • Water

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 375ºF.

  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise and place the open side down on a baking pan. Add water into the baking pan until 1/2 inch deep. Bake for 45 minutes, covered with foil. Turn the squash over and bake covered for an additional 15 minutes.

  • Use a fork to pull the squash flesh away from the skin. Add the strands to a medium bowl.

  • Over medium heat, melt the butter and add the spaghetti strands, basil, parsley, sage, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 144 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Saturated fat: 5g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 19mg

  • Sodium: 336mg

  • Potassium: 195mg

  • Carbohydrate: 18g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 2g