Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Healthy Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin, a delightful dish that combines nutrition and taste without the guilt. This recipe features the lightness of spaghetti squash mixed with creamy Greek yogurt and sharp cheddar cheese, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Its low-carb and gluten-free profile caters to various dietary needs, while its rich flavor from sautéed onions and garlic makes it a crowd-pleaser. Simple to prepare yet satisfying, this dish can be served as a light main course or a hearty side, and it’s easy to make ahead of time for stress-free meal planning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ¼ tsp paprika or dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Halve spaghetti squash, scoop seeds, brush cut sides with olive oil, and roast face-down on a baking sheet for 35–40 minutes until tender.
- Sauté onions in a skillet with olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes), then add garlic for another minute.
- Shred cooled squash into noodle-like strands.
- Mix shredded squash with sautéed onions and garlic, Greek yogurt, 1 cup cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheese.
- Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main/Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg