When cooked (roasted, microwaved, or steamed!) and scraped with a fork, this veggie transforms into stringy, spaghetti-like noodles — almost like magic. And that's just one reason spaghetti squash is a fan-favorite. Try any of these recipes for a tasty alternative to pasta, and we know you'll fall in love with spaghetti squash.
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"Spaghetti" and Meatballs
Let's start with a classic: This lightened-up version gives the real Italian specialty a serious run for its money.
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Spaghetti Squash Alfredo
When made with half-and-half and mixed with spaghetti squash "noodles," the creamy classic transforms into a deliciously healthy dinner.
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WATCH: How to Make Spaghetti Squash
You've lugged the squash all the way home from the grocery store. Now what? Follow this video to learn our two favorite methods for turning spaghetti squash into a family-friendly meal.
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Spaghetti Squash and Chickpea Sauté
This recipe has a lot going for it: It's vegetarian, packed with nutrients, and takes only 20 minutes to make.
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Burrito Spaghetti Squash
Skip the flour tortillas and put your burrito or taco fillings in spaghetti squash instead. It's like Chipotle, but better.
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Spaghetti Squash With Olives and Pecorino
Make this indulgent dinner with just five ingredients, a microwave, and a single mixing bowl. Hello, easy weeknight!
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Roasted Garlic and Kale Spaghetti Squash With Sun-Dried Tomatoes
100% vegan. 100% delicious.
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Tuscan Spaghetti Squash
Here's a sneak peak at what this recipe entails: bacon, parmesan, and a spinach-tomato mixture. It's a cheesy, low-carb dream.
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Spaghetti Squash Puttanesca
Consider this vegetable a blank canvas for all things delicious (as you would pasta!). Here, we top it with a flavor-packed puttanesca sauce.
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Spaghetti Squash Pizza Boats
If your favorite part of pizza is cheese or sauce (or both!), then give this low-carb alternative a try.
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Lasagna-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Layering the cooked lasagna noodles with mozzarella and marinara can be a such a pain. Skip a step and stir all that good stuff (sans noodles) into cooked spaghetti squash instead.
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BBQ Chicken Spaghetti Squash
You don't have to treat spaghetti squash like pasta. Instead, use it as a base for your favorite BBQ fixins'.
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Light Spaghetti Bolognese
Sometimes, the squash can double as a serving bowl. Cheers to one less dish to wash!
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Chicken Pesto Paleo Spaghetti Squash
If you're trying out the Whole30 Diet — or just looking for a new dinner recipe — add this dish into the rotation ASAP.
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Roasted Spaghetti Squash With Parmesan and Mushrooms
Who said comfort needs to include a lot of calories? Not us.
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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
This fiery main is proof you can never have too much of a good thing (looking at you, buffalo chicken!).
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Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti Squash
Definition of "guilt-free" right here.
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Southwestern Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
With everything that's going on in this South of the Border-inspired spaghetti squash bowl, no one will even miss the meat.
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Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai
Let's make unhealthy takeout a thing of the past with homemade sauce and a veggie-packed "noodle" dish.
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Kirbie's Cravings
Yes, you can even turn those strands into an addictive delicious snack! Spuds, you're dismissed.