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South Beach Phase 1 Diet » Spaghetti Squash Alfredo – Just 5 Ingredients!

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo – Just 5 Ingredients!

UPDATED Nov 19, 2019 · PUBLISHED Oct 17, 2017 BY Marjory Pilley · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Spaghetti Squash Alfredo is a low-carb, gluten-free way to satisfy your cravings. Mix the alfredo sauce ingredients right into the cooked squash and eat right out of the boat!

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo on place with empty gourd behind it

Are you limiting carbs? Counting calories or points? Did you make health-related resolutions this year that you’re bound and determined to achieve? If so, you need this skinny version of Spaghetti Squash Alfredo in your recipe box! It’s much lower in calories and carbs than regular pasta alfredo. However, watch the portion size if you are on a keto diet.

Come fall/winter, this recipe takes over where Easy Zucchini Noodle Alfredo leaves off. In fact, the ingredients are almost identical except that you don’t have to spiralize anything!

I’m partial to super simple low-carb recipes that incorporate vegetables in my quest for being healthy! I promise to share all the tasty recipes and any tips I learn along the way…because that’s what I do. 🙂 You’ll find many of the recipes in the Low Carb Options/South Beach Phase 1 Category of the Recipe Archives.

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo Recipe Tips

There are just a few ingredients, it takes minutes to prepare (once you cook the spaghetti squash) and there are minimal dishes to wash.

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo Recipe with Just 5 Ingredients graphic

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

I like to cook spaghetti squash in the oven. It’s all hands off time and it seems to deepen the flavor more than the microwave method. Under either method, I suggest poking holes all over the squash with a knife (to allow steam to escape) and microwaving for 1 minute to make it easier to cut the spaghetti squash in half. This is a chore I do not like. But, it is always worth the effort.

Using the baking method, cut the spaghetti squash in half, scoop out the seeds, brush the inside with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake the sides face down on baking sheet lined with parchment paper for about 40 minutes in a 375 degree F oven.

When time is of the essence, and you need to curb your spaghetti squash alfredo craving stat, try the microwave method. I follow this method over at The Kitchn for Cooking Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave Oven.

More options: Lately we’ve been making this by cooking spaghetti squash whole in a slow cooker or oven!

Fork lifting Spaghetti Squash Alfredo ingredients mixed in the squash gourd that has been cut in half

The beauty of this recipe is that the ingredients are added directly to the cooked squash. The squash is so hot the ingredients melt as they are gently mixed into the strands of flesh.

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo Recipe on plate

Enjoy it straight from the squash or scoop it onto a plate. Either way, this creamy spaghetti squash alfredo will satisfy a craving for decadence. It’s not pasta. But, it sure is delicious!

Video: Spaghetti Squash Alfredo Recipe

This quick video recaps the step-by-step process:

 

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Spaghetti Squash Alfredo Recipe - Mix the ingredients right in the squash

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo - Just 5 Ingredients

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo is a low-carb way to satisfy your comfort cravings. Mix the alfredo ingredients right into the cooked squash and eat it out of the boat!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 335kcal
Author: Marjory Pilley

Ingredients

  • 2 spaghetti squash medium sized
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil enough to brush the insides of spaghetti squash)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 Tablespoons cream cheese
  • 4 teaspoons sour cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated, plus more to garnish the top

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Poke each spaghetti squash with a knife on all sides (about 10 times or so) to allow steam to escape while cooking.
  • In order to make it easier to cut the spaghetti squash in half, place squash on a microwave-safe plate and cook in the microwave for 1 minute.
  • Cut each squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
  • Brush the inside with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place squash halves on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 40 minutes.
  • Place each squash half on a serving plate. The squash will be very hot.
  • Using a fork, scrape the strands of flesh away from the skin.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon cream cheese, 1 teaspoon of sour cream and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese to the center of each squash half.
  • Gently stir the ingredients into the strands of flesh until they until melted and the strands are coated.
  • Enjoy straight from squash or scoop onto a plate.
  • Top with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

If following a keto diet, then limit the serving size to 1/4 of a medium spaghetti squash and cut the nutritional estimate in half. 
Use low-fat cheese and sour cream to cut back on calories and keep the recipe South Beach 1 compliant.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 532mg | Potassium: 564mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 995IU | Vitamin C: 10.1mg | Calcium: 426mg | Iron: 1.8mg
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  1. Stephanie

    January 11, 2016 at 9:36 am

    This looks so good! Can’t wait to try it for dinner soon!

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  2. Lauren Kelly Nutrition

    January 11, 2016 at 4:04 pm

    I love spaghetti squash and i LOVE that you made alfredo! YUM!

    Reply
  3. Renee - Kudos Kitchen

    January 12, 2016 at 8:16 am

    I’ve cooked spaghetti squash many different ways. Oven, microwave, crock-pot , and grill. What I haven’t done is add cream cheese, sour cram and Parmesan cheese to it! YUM!!

    Reply
  4. Kim Beaulieu

    January 12, 2016 at 8:24 pm

    Fabulous recipe, I dig a good squash recipe and this one fits the bill. I could inhale this in 2 seconds flat.

    Reply
  5. Rose | The Clean Dish

    January 13, 2016 at 9:36 am

    You just reminded me that I haven’t made spaghetti squash in ages PLUS I have never tried it it Alfredo style – what a great idea! Only five ingredients?! This is a total winner!!

    Reply
  6. Colleen (Souffle Bombay)

    January 13, 2016 at 10:01 am

    I have to try spaghetti squash one of these days…It’s just never been in front of me lol! As far as goals, go for it! I am off to a sluggish start to 2016 with an impromptu destination spa vacation kicking off the year and prolonging my holiday fever. Finally, I am buckling down this week and off & running!

    Reply
  7. Erica Smith

    January 21, 2018 at 4:21 pm

    I made these today parents loved them need had spaghetti squash before now I’m in love. Will be one of my good to meals.

    Reply
    • Marjory

      January 22, 2018 at 7:43 am

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  8. Susan

    January 31, 2018 at 2:06 pm

    5 stars
    I had a spaghetti squash sitting around so I decided to try it. So yummy, my daughter loved it too.

    Reply
    • Marjory

      January 31, 2018 at 2:16 pm

      I’m so glad you both enjoyed it!

      Reply
  9. Kathy

    September 20, 2018 at 8:29 pm

    Was eager to try this recipe, but found it to be a little too bland.

    Reply
    • Marjory

      September 21, 2018 at 6:57 am

      Hello! If you make it again, try adding a little garlic powder or red pepper flakes.

      Reply

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