Description
Spaghetti Squash Carbonara is a delightful twist on the classic dish, offering all the creamy comfort without the carbs. By using tender spaghetti squash as a base, this recipe transforms traditional carbonara into a nutritious meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. The savory flavors of turkey bacon and garlic combined with a rich egg and parmesan sauce create a satisfying experience for everyone at the table. It’s not just tasty; it’s also versatile—feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or spices!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds spaghetti squash
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 eggs
- 4 oz finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz turkey bacon, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet.
- Halve the spaghetti squash lengthwise, scoop out seeds, and place cut-side down on the baking sheet. Bake for 30-45 minutes until fork-tender.
- Once cooked, let cool slightly and use a fork to shred into strands.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, and Parmesan until smooth.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy (about 5-7 minutes), then add minced garlic.
- Stir in shredded spaghetti squash and season with salt; toss to combine.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in the egg mixture until creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg