Description
A creamy, cheesy side dish, this Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Gratin combines the natural texture of roasted spaghetti squash with a rich, cheesy sauce for a flavorful, low-carb option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place the squash halves, cut side down, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 30–40 minutes, or until the squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Once the squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the sour cream, 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the cooked spaghetti squash strands to the skillet, mixing well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness of this spaghetti squash gratin!
Notes
- If you’d like a little more crunch, try topping with breadcrumbs before baking.
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with any cheese of your choice, such as mozzarella or Gruyère, for a different flavor.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg