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Spaghetti Squash Bake with Spinach and Tomatoes

This beautiful dish is full of flavor and pairs wonderfully with your favorite meats or can stand alone as a vegetarian entree.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 people

Ingredients

  • 1 large spaghetti squash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 4 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces park-skim ricotta
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
  • Poke holes in the spaghetti squash and bake for 45 minutes until soft to the touch
  • Let the squash cool, cut in half length-wise and scoop out the seeds
  • Use a fork to scrape the squash strands (spaghetti) out of the skin
  • Cut the tomatoes in half, chop the onion and garlic
  • Remove any tough stems from the spinach leaves
  • Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan and add the onion. Sauté for 5 minutes or until soft
  • Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper to the pan and cook until soft - about 5 minutes
  • Add the chopped garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds or so
  • Add the spinach and basil to the pan and sauté until soft - 5-8 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper
  • Add the squash strands and sauté until hot
  • Add the ricotta cheese
  • Sauté until all the ingredients and flavors have melded. About 5 minutes and add the parmesan cheese
  • Place the squash mixture into a casserole pan that you have coated with cooking spray and sprinkle the sharp cheddar cheese over the top
  • Bake the dish until it's hot and bubbling - between 15 and 20 minutes
  • Serve as a delicious vegetarian lunch, or with your favorite meat or fish. Enjoy!