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Tomato Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Tender spaghetti squash with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.Makes 4 servings for $5.
Recipe by Grow Your Kids
Shot of a bowl of roasted spaghetti squash topped with a chunky tomato sauce and garnished with shaved Parmesan cheese.
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Cost per servingPer serving$1.69
Makes6 servings
Total timeTotal27 minutes
Prep 5 minutes Cook 17 minutes
Prep 5 minutes Cook 17 minutes
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Equipment

  • Microwave

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings. Check items off as you go.
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 large tomato chopped
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  1. Carefully cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove seeds with a spoon. Discard seeds.
  2. Place squash halves, cut side down, in a microwave-safe baking dish. Be sure the baking dish will fit in the microwave. Add ½ cup water to dish. Cover dish with plastic wrap, leaving corners uncovered.
  3. Microwave on high for 15 minutes, or until squash is tender when pierced with a fork. Let cool 5 minutes.
  4. Carefully remove plastic wrap. Using a fork, scrape the insides of the squash into long strings and place in a bowl. Discard skin.
  5. Stir in tomato, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and garlic powder.
  6. Return squash to microwave. Microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes or until warm. Serve.

Nutrition per serving

1 serving is 0.5 cup
  • Sodium57mg
  • Calories67
  • Carbohydrates12g
  • Fiber3g
  • Fat2g
  • Protein2g
Serving: 0.5 cupCalories: 67calCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 57mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mg
Cost per serving is an estimate based on average Michigan grocery prices and may vary.
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