Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce

Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    55 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 5 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    63

Embrace the flavors of fall with this comforting and surprisingly light dish. Delicate strands of spaghetti squash are enveloped in a luscious, creamy pumpkin sauce, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will warm you from the inside out.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    231 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

02

Step
2 mins

Place the spaghetti squash halves cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet. (2 minutes)

03

Step
45 mins

Bake in the preheated oven until the squash skin is easily pierced with a fork and the flesh yields to pressure, approximately 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly until easy to handle. (45 minutes)

04

Step
10 mins

Once the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to shred the flesh into spaghetti-like strands. Transfer the strands to a large bowl. (10 minutes)

05

Step
5 mins

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes. Be careful not to brown the garlic. (5 minutes)

06

Step
3 mins

Stir in the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, and Parmesan cheese into the skillet with the shallot and garlic. Mix until well combined and heated through. (3 minutes)

07

Step
2 mins

Pour the creamy pumpkin sauce over the spaghetti squash strands in the bowl. Drizzle with white truffle oil (if using) and season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss gently to coat. (2 minutes)

08

Step

Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

For a richer flavor, try using brown butter instead of regular melted butter. Simply cook the butter over medium heat until it turns a nutty brown color and smells fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
If you don't have truffle oil on hand, a pinch of nutmeg or a dash of cinnamon can add a lovely warmth to the sauce.
To make this dish vegan, substitute the butter with olive oil, the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative, and the Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 21 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Albert Koch

    Easy to make and a total crowd-pleaser. I'll definitely be making this again!

  • Keyon Witting

    I didn't have truffle oil, so I used a dash of nutmeg as suggested, and it was still amazing!

  • Everett Klocko

    I used low-fat Greek yogurt and it was still so creamy and flavorful.

  • Ericka Brakusking

    Absolutely delicious! The truffle oil really makes a difference.

  • Nick Block

    This is such a healthy and satisfying meal!

  • Ofelia Balistreri

    I love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily add different veggies or spices to customize it.

  • Brenden Kovacek

    My kids even loved it! A great way to get them to eat their vegetables.

  • Adrian Nader

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. Perfect for a chilly evening.

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