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Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin

Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin

Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin is a delicious, low-carb alternative to potato side dishes, loved by even the pickiest eaters.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 115 kcal

Equipment

  • microwave
  • skillet
  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 1 spaghetti squash halved and seeded
  • 1 small yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Dairy

  • ¾ cup fat-free sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded light Cheddar cheese

Fats

  • 3 tablespoons light margarine
  • cooking spray for greasing

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Place spaghetti squash in a covered dish and add ¼ 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 ½ 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.

Notes

This dish is a great way to encourage kids to eat more vegetables, consider reducing red pepper flakes for less spice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 265mgPotassium: 117mgSugar: 4gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 170mg
Keyword au gratin, cheesy, low carb, sidedish, spaghetti squash, Vegetable Recipe
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