Description
If you’re craving creamy comfort without the carb overload, this Spaghetti Squash Alfredo is your answer. It’s the perfect mix of healthy and indulgent—featuring golden roasted spaghetti squash tossed in a rich, garlicky Alfredo sauce and topped with bubbly melted cheese. Whether you’re looking for a low-carb dinner idea, a quick and easy meal, or a healthy twist on a classic, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Great for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests with a wholesome yet satisfying dish. Think of it as pasta night reimagined—lighter, greener, and every bit as delicious.
Ingredients
1 medium spaghetti squash
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
2. Drizzle squash halves with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place cut side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 35-40 minutes.
3. Let squash cool slightly, then use a fork to scrape out the strands.
4. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
5. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season to taste.
6. Add squash strands into the skillet and toss until coated in Alfredo sauce.
7. Spoon mixture back into squash shells or baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese.
8. Broil for 2-4 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
9. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Be sure to drain excess liquid from the squash if it’s too watery after roasting.
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or mushrooms for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting + Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: low-carb dinner, healthy Alfredo, spaghetti squash, keto comfort food