Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin

Name: Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded; 3 tablespoons light margarine; 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder; salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 0.75 cup fat-free sour cream; 1 cup shredded light Cheddar cheese; cooking spray

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This recipe is quick to prepare and a great alternative for a lower-carbohydrate, lower-calorie option in place of a potato side dish. My husband is a meat-and-potatoes kind of guy and even he loved this recipe.

Recipe by sandybaby999

Updated on October 14, 2022

close up view of Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin on a plate

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
3 tablespoons light margarine
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup fat-free sour cream
1 cup shredded light Cheddar cheese
cooking spray

Directions

Place spaghetti squash in a covered dish and add 1/4 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 1/2 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.

Cook's Note:

This is a great way to encourage your kids to eat more vegetables, although you may want to use a touch less red pepper flakes when preparing for them to lessen the spicy heat as it does have a bit of a kick to it.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

115	Calories
5g	Fat
11g	Carbs
8g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 115
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 2g	9%
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Sodium 265mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 11g	4%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 8g
Vitamin C 3mg	14%
Calcium 170mg	13%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 117mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.