Spaghetti Squash Au Gratin

By Lauri Watson, RD, LD | Summerville Medical Center | Summerville, SC

This comforting, but healthy casserole makes a delicious side. Combine spaghetti squash with grated cheese and Greek yogurt for a dish that tastes just like grandma made it. You could also add chicken for a main course.

Servings: 8 | Prep Time: 20 | Cook Time: 25

Calories: 153 | Total Fat: 12g | Total Carbs: 7g | Protein: 7g

Ingredients:

1 medium spaghetti squash

3 tbsp. butter

1 small onion, thinly sliced

1 tsp. red pepper flakes

¼ tsp. garlic powder

¾ c. Greek yogurt

1 c. shredded cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds (tip: microwave spaghetti squash for 3-4 minutes to help soften it to cut). Place spaghetti squash in a dish with ½ inch of water and microwave for 10-14 minutes, until fork tender. In a medium skillet over medium heat, add butter, onion, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt and pepper flakes and cook until the onions are brown in color. Using a fork, scrape out the inside of the spaghetti squash and transfer to a mixing bowl. Add sautéed onions, Greek yogurt and half the cheese to the squash. Mix well. Transfer mixture to a baking dish sprayed with cooking spray and top with remaining cheese. Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes. Broil for the last 2-3 minutes until golden brown on top. Serve with grilled chicken for a complete meal.