Description
| A creamy, cheesy, and low-carb baked dish made with spaghetti squash, ideal for healthy comfort food lovers. |
Ingredients
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1 medium spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
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1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
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3 tbsp butter or margarine
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1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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¼ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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¾ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese blend)
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Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook squash: Microwave or roast until tender. Scrape into strands.
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Sauté onions: Cook with butter, spices, and seasoning until browned.
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Mix: In a bowl, combine squash, onions, sour cream, and half the cheese.
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Assemble: Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes.
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Broil for 2–3 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
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Roasting enhances squash flavor but takes longer than microwaving.
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Add-ins: cooked bacon, spinach, mushrooms, or herbs.
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For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese and dairy-free yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g