Enjoy the versatility of spaghetti squash with four delicious sauce options: marinara, pesto, alfredo, and aglio e olio. Each sauce offers a unique flavor profile, making this dish perfect for satisfying all taste preferences. Plus, it's keto-friendly and packed with nutrients from the spaghetti squash and fresh ingredients in the sauces.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- For Marinara Sauce:
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Pesto Sauce:
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Alfredo Sauce:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Aglio e Olio Sauce:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 400F 200C
Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds
Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork
While the squash is baking, prepare the sauces: For Marinara Sauce: In a saucepan, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper
Simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally
For Pesto Sauce: In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper
Blend until smooth
For Alfredo Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat
Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant
Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese
Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth
Season with salt and pepper
For Aglio e Olio Sauce: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat
Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes
Cook until the garlic is golden brown
Stir in the chopped parsley and remove from heat
Season with salt and pepper
Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands
Divide the spaghetti squash strands among four plates or bowls
Top each serving of spaghetti squash with a different sauce: marinara, pesto, alfredo, and aglio e olio
Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired