This Simple Spaghetti Squash is the easiest recipe of all time! It only requires two ingredients, and is oh-so-satisfying. Vegan, gluten-free, low-carb, oil-free, paleo, Whole 30 approved, and super low-calorie!
Let me start out by saying: I LOVE spaghetti squash! For many reasons, but the main ones are:
- It is incredibly easy to make
- It somehow is already formed into spaghetti strands when you cut it open (I still don't understand how this happens - but it is so cool!)
- It is super low in calories
(Aka you can eat your weight in it for the same amount of calories as one cup of regular spaghetti - I am exaggerating, but you get the point!)
It's not really in season right now, but it stays fresh for up to 3 months in the fridge!!!
So anyway, back to this recipe - I believe it is the easiest recipe I know.
Actually... it definitely is. It is so easy it probably doesn't even qualify as a "recipe."
Ok I think I'm done with my rant... hope y'all enjoy!
Cost per serving: $1.67
Calories per serving: 90
Equipment you'll need: microwave or cake pan + aluminum foil
Ingredients: makes 2 servings
1 medium spaghetti squash (about 2.5 pounds - makes about 3.5 cups)
1 cup of your favorite marinara sauce
Note: Nutrition facts will vary depending on which brand you use - the brand I use contains 35 calories per half-cup.
Method:
1. If using microwave (I suggest this method if you are feeling lazy/starving), cut spaghetti squash in half. Add a little bit of water to a large plate, and place the spaghetti squash halves face-down in the water (it’s ok if they don’t fit flush against the plate – it will still work!). Microwave for 10-15 minutes, or until inside is soft.
- If using the oven, preheat to 400F and line a cake pan with aluminum foil. Pierce spaghetti squash all over with a knife and bake for an hour.
2. Let cool, and scoop out the seeds.
3. Use a fork to loosen the spaghetti strands. I like to add marinara and eat it straight out of the shell but feel free to remove the spaghetti strands from the shell and enjoy in a bowl like a normal person ?
Simple Spaghetti Squash
Equipment
- microwave or oven
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 2.5 pounds - makes about 3.5 cups)
- 1 cup of your favorite marinara sauce
Instructions
- If using microwave (I suggest this method if you are feeling lazy/starving), cut spaghetti squash in half. Add a little bit of water to a large plate, and place the spaghetti squash halves face-down in the water (it's ok if they don't fit flush against the plate - it will still work!). Microwave for 10-15 minutes, or until inside is soft.
- If using the oven, preheat to 400F and line a cake pan with aluminum foil. Pierce spaghetti squash all over with a knife and bake for an hour.
- Let cool, and scoop out the seeds.
- Use a fork to loosen the spaghetti strands. I like to add marinara and eat it straight out of the shell but feel free to remove the spaghetti strands from the shell and enjoy in a bowl like a normal person ?
