Spaghetti Squash Parmigiano

Ingredients

  • 1 spaghetti squash

  • 4 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 clove garlic

  • 1 shallot, minced

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flake

  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375º F. Pierce spaghetti squash with a fork. Microwave for 5 minutes to soften.  

  2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove seeds and membranes. Rub cut squash all over with 2 tbsp olive oil. 

  3. Place squash cut side down on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 50 minutes. Remove squash and set aside. 

  4. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot; cook and stir until fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Turn off heat. 

  5. Use a large spoon or fork to scrape the stringy flesh from the squash into the skillet. Add Parmesan cheese, black pepper and red pepper chili flakes; stir to combine. 

Adapted from Diabetesfoodhub.org