Spaghetti squash makes an excellent substitute for pasta, of course, but just like pasta, it’s bland if you eat it plain. There’s nothing wrong with eating spaghetti squash, or spaghetti itself, with butter and salt, or simply using it as a delicious side dish in place of your usual starch on the table. If you’re open to creating something new, however, there are few vegetables as versatile as spaghetti squash.
You could always go the classic route and incorporate Italian flavors into this gourd. With a name like spaghetti squash, it may seem obvious to load it up with marinara sauce and cheese. For those looking for something a little more involved than just mixing tomato sauce into the squash strands, options abound. Try making lasagna with these low-carb noodle alternatives and add in your favorite vegetables and meats to make a healthy and filling family meal. If you’re a fan of letting your starches be the carrier for toppings and flavors you already love, try making a bowl with squash instead of rice. Mixing buffalo sauce into the cooked inside flesh and adding in blue cheese and shredded chicken makes for an easy buffalo chicken bowl.
Vegetarians and squash lovers rejoice. If want to let the flavor of the squash shine, but still want something a little more filling than just plain spaghetti squash, try mixing the roasted squash with brown butter and toasted walnuts for the perfect savory fall dish.