Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Roasted spaghetti squash instead of spaghetti noodles! Top with the favorite sauce of your choice.

Step: 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Step: 2

Brush both sides of the squash with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and place cut-side up in a baking pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.

Step: 3

Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Uncover and continue to roast until tender, about 35 minutes more. Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Use a fork to scrape the squash flesh into a large bowl and toss with Parmesan cheese.

Per Serving: 142 calories; protein 2.4g; carbohydrates 15.8g; fat 8.8g; cholesterol 2.2mg; sodium 367.5mg.

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