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Cheesy Broccoli Spaghetti Squash

A delicious and healthy dish featuring roasted spaghetti squash tossed with cheesy broccoli for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main, vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spaghetti Squash
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash halved lengthwise and seeds removed
Broccoli
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
Cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or cheese of choice
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
Seasonings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Spaghetti Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Drizzle the cut sides of the spaghetti squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes, until tender.
Cook the Broccoli
  1. While the squash is roasting, bring a pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  3. Drain and set aside.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape out the strands into a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the cooked broccoli, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl.
  3. Mix well until everything is combined and the cheese is melted.
Serve
  1. Spoon the cheesy broccoli mixture back into the spaghetti squash halves.
  2. Optional: Top with extra cheese and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins to customize this dish to your liking.

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