Ingredients
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1 (2 1/2- to 3-pound) spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 bunch broccolini, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
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2 tablespoons water
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1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
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¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
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¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground pepper
Directions
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Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 450 degrees F.
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Place squash cut-side down in a microwave-safe dish; add 2 tablespoons water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until the flesh is tender, about 10 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in a 400 degrees F oven until the squash is tender, 40 to 50 minutes.)
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Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add broccolini, garlic and red pepper (if using); cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes. Add water and cook, stirring, until the broccolini is tender, 3 to 5 minutes more. Transfer to a large bowl.
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Use a fork to scrape the squash from the shells into the bowl. Place the shells in a broiler-safe baking pan or on a baking sheet. Stir 3/4 cup mozzarella, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper into the squash mixture. Divide it between the shells; top with the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella and 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
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Bake on the lower rack for 10 minutes. Move to the upper rack, turn the broiler to high and broil, watching carefully, until the cheese starts to brown, about 2 minutes.
Tips
Easy cleanup: To save time and keep your baking sheet looking fresh, line it with a layer of foil before you bake.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
194 | Calories |
11g | Fat |
15g | Carbs |
11g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Serving Size 1/2 stuffed squash half | |
Calories 194 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Carbohydrate 15g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 9% |
Total Sugars 5g | |
Protein 11g | 22% |
Total Fat 11g | 14% |
Saturated Fat 5g | 23% |
Cholesterol 23mg | 8% |
Vitamin A 1235IU | 25% |
Vitamin C 47mg | 53% |
Folate 18mcg | 5% |
Sodium 609mg | 26% |
Calcium 314mg | 24% |
Iron 1mg | 6% |
Magnesium 25mg | 6% |
Potassium 347mg | 7% |
Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.
* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.