Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin
Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin is a low-carb, low-calorie dish that makes a delicious alternative to potato side dishes.
Equipment
- microwave
- skillet
- baking dish
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 whole spaghetti squash halved and seeded
- 1 small yellow onion thinly sliced
Dairy
- ¾ cup fat-free sour cream
- 1 cup shredded light Cheddar cheese
Fats & Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons light margarine
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Cooking Supplies
- cooking spray for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
Preparation
- Place spaghetti squash in a covered dish and add ¼ 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 ½ 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.
Notes
A great way to encourage kids to eat more vegetables. Use fewer red pepper flakes for a milder dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 265mgPotassium: 117mgSugar: 4gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 170mg
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