Spaghetti squash is a versatile, nutritious, low-carb pasta swap. From creamy alfredo to spicy tacos and cheesy bakes, these 50+ recipes turn it into something spectacular!
Let’s be honest…spaghetti squash deserves way more hype than it gets. It’s light, it’s naturally gluten-free, and it magically transforms into noodle-y goodness that soaks up whatever flavors you throw at it.
It’s an ingredient I should use more honestly but often forget about it. So in an effort to inspire myself this week on new dinner ideas I went on a deep dive across the internet and rounded up a ton of amazing looking options.
Whether you’re trying to sneak in more veggies, cut back on carbs, or just switch things up, this squash is about to be your new best friend. The younger boys still get a kick out of helping me shred the squash into strands and we almost always use this spaghetti squash hack cooking it in rings instead of cut in half (unless we are doing it in boats) because it makes longer strands that are more pasta like!
Leave me a comment and let me know if you tried any of these and how they turned out. Enjoy!
-Dani
Best Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Burrito Boats Recipe
We love these best stuffed spaghetti squash burrito boat recipes. They are topped with our delicious creamy blender salsa, which is like a creamy mild avocado salsa.
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Barbecue Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Barbecue chicken stuffed spaghetti squash boats are so easy to make, especially if you cook the shredded chicken in the slow cooker! It is a delicious light and hearty gluten-free spaghetti squash recipe you can feel lean about eating! Barbecue Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti squash recipes are among one of the easiest and healthiest
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Heirloom Tomato Marinara Meatballs & Spaghetti Squash
Enjoy a creative twist on pasta night with this Heirloom Tomato Marinara Meatballs & Spaghetti Squash recipe. Roasted spaghetti squash forms a light, flavorful base for savory meatballs and a zesty tomato sauce—ideal for easy spaghetti squash recipe ideas.
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Spaghetti Squash Fritters with Bacon & Chipotle-Lime Mayo
Your paleo fritters game just got SO strong with these Spaghetti Squash Fritters with Bacon + Primal Kitchen Chipotle Lime Mayo!
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Spaghetti Squash Fries
Spaghetti Squash Fries are the perfect snack or side dish for kids of all ages! A cooking project you can do with your kids, Spaghetti Squash Fries are simply delicious–and addictive!
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Spaghetti Squash Boats Recipe with Chicken Enchilada Stuffing
Spaghetti Squash Boats Recipe with Chicken Enchilada Stuffing. Easy recipe for Spaghetti squash boats for healthy Mexican recipe low carb
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Caprese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Savor a healthy twist on dinner with this Caprese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash. Tender roasted squash is loaded with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, then finished with a balsamic drizzle—an easy vegetarian spaghetti squash recipe perfect for a nutritious, flavorful meal.
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Spaghetti Squash Crust Pizza
Spaghetti Squash Crust Pizza- basically your new favorite (and healthy) pizza night just arrived just in time for the weekend!
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Spaghetti Squash Marinara
Spaghetti squash pairs beautifully with a simple homemade marinara sauce infused with fresh thyme. It’s easy to make and full of fresh flavor.
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Paleo Spaghetti Squash Noodles
Paleo Spaghetti Squash Noodles are an easy spaghetti squash recipe to make! Add fresh herbs, tomatoes, garlic, and more! {Paleo}
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Spaghetti Squash with Meatballs
Easy and healthy, this Spaghetti Squash with Meatballs is naturally gluten-free and can be dairy free as well, it’s a family pleasing dinner.
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Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowls
Spaghetti Burrito Bowls are the healthy and delicious way to make dinner the tastiest part of your day! This spaghetti squash recipe is a sure winner around your dinner table tonight!
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Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
This Spaghetti Squash Lasagna feeds your craving for lasagna without the pasta – it’s a low carb, gluten-free and keto friendly recipe!
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Zesty Low Carb Mexican Mushroom Baked Spaghetti Squash
Healthy low carb spaghetti squash baked & stuffed with zesty Mexican mushroom salsa, roasted salsa verde, red onions, and cilantro gives this dish delicious flavors! It is vegan, gluten-free and low carb, catering to most diets.
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Spaghetti Squash Parmesan Recipe
A tasty vegetarian twist on the classic, this Spaghetti Squash Parmesan is a total win for dinner as a main dish or a side dish. Low Carb + Gluten-Free.
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Creamy Garlic Spaghetti Squash With Cauliflower Sauce
Easy creamy garlic spaghetti squash noodles with cauliflower cream sauce. An easy paleo, gluten free, and whole30 recipe for the whole family! Recipe can be made ahead and frozen.
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Spaghetti Squash “Pad Thai”
This Spaghetti Squash “Pad Thai” is great for a weeknight dinner or meal prep. It’s loaded with veggies and topped with ginger peanut sauce!
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Spaghetti Squash Chorizo Breakfast Casserole
Spaghetti squash and spicy chorizo are the stars in this easy to meal prep, low carb breakfast recipe that you can take on the go or serve at brunch!
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Spaghetti Squash Casserole – Low Carb
Chicken Bacon Ranch Spaghetti Squash Casserole is a flavor packed, low-carb casserole recipe that even squash haters will devour!
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Oven Baked Spaghetti Squash
So very easy to make and so deliciously tasty, Oven Baked Spaghetti Squash might very well become your favorite pasta replacement!
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Loaded Spaghetti Squash Boats
These Loaded Spaghetti Squash Casserole Boats with cheese, spinach & bacon will bring you all the comfort and deliciousness but in low carb fashion.
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Baked Bolognese Spaghetti Squas
Baked Bolognese Spaghetti Squash is going to bring the family to the table in no time! Share this delicious spaghetti squash recipe with your dinner guests tonight!
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BBQ Chicken Spaghetti Squash
Grab that lone spaghetti squash off your counter and break out the barbecue sauce! These BBQ Chicken Spaghetti Squash are low carb, gluten free + delicious!
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Parmesan Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp
Parmesan Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp has tender squash tossed with spinach, pesto, and parmesan and delicious seasoned shrimp.
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Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein Recipe Healthy Low Carb
Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein Recipe Healthy Low Carb. This healthy recipe for spaghetti squash is a quick and easy Chinese chow mein recipe
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Curry Spaghetti Squash with Chicken
Craving a delicious, nutritious, and fuss-free meal that won’t weigh you down? This Curry Spaghetti Squash and Chicken is the perfect choice! Featuring tender chicken, aromatic Thai curry spices, and the delicate texture of roasted spaghetti squash, this dish offers a light, low-carb twist on classic pasta. Quick, simple, and full of flavor, this spaghetti squash with chicken recipe is the ideal for busy weeknight dinner.
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Healthy Chicken Noodle Casserole with Spaghetti Squash
This Healthy Chicken Noodle Casserole uses spaghetti squash so it’s gluten free and lower carb! Homemade condensed chicken soup makes it healthy and creamy!
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Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Stuffed spaghetti squash lasagna boats are cheesy, healthy comfort food with simple ingredients and prep. Easy, healthy, and low carb!
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Paleo Whole30 Pad Thai Spaghetti Squash Noodles
Love pad thai ? You definitely don’t want to miss the most authentic Paleo and Whole30 Spaghetti Squash Noodle Pad Thai Noodle Stir-Fry !
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Italian Spaghetti Squash Boats
This Baked Italian Spaghetti squash recipe is stuffed with turkey sausage and marinara sauce, then topped with cheese and baked to perfection.
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Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Mushrooms and Leeks
Craving pasta, but want a lighter twist? Replace your noodles with roasted spaghetti squash topped with earthy roasted mushrooms and melted leeks.
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Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp
Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp is the perfect way to get them to eat hearty and healthy tonight! This spaghetti squash recipe is going to be the star of the dinner table!
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Herbed Spaghetti Squash with Garlic and Parmesan
This Herbed Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Garlic and Parmesan recipe is Keto, Low-carb, Gluten-free, and vegetarian.
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Keto Spaghetti Squash Crust Pizza Recipe | gluten free too!
This Skillet Spaghetti Squash Pizza is a healthy and crazy delicious take on pizza night! Your family is going to love every bite of this spaghetti squash recipe!
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Taco Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash halves are filled with spiced lentils, juicy tomatoes and creamy guac to make these scrumptious taco stuffed spaghetti squash boats! Stuffed Spaghetti Squash is as easy as it is delicious! Make this tasty spaghetti squash recipe is perfect for dinner tonight!
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Chicken Caprese Spaghetti Squash Boats
These Chicken Caprese Spaghetti Squash Boats are a delicious low-carb dinner option that is just bursting with flavour! Finished with fresh cherry tomatoes, basil, bocconcini cheese and a balsamic glaze, they’re simple and delicious!
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Paleo Breakfast Spaghetti Squash Boats
These Paleo Breakfast Spaghetti Squash Boats are a comforting meal filled with all your favorite breakfast items, while being healthy and delicious!
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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole
This Healthy Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole is the perfect quick weeknight dinner. Low carb, full of flavor – it’s gluten free and SO delicious!
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Roasted Garlic and Kale Spaghetti Squash with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Roasted garlic and kale spaghetti squash with sun-dried tomatoes and walnuts is a paleo, low-carb meal requiring only 5 ingredients!
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Spaghetti Squash and Meatballs
Spaghetti squash and meatballs is the ultimate keto substitute for the beloved classic. In this easy recipe, the squash is microwaved!
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Baked Spinach Alfredo Spaghetti Squash Boats
Baked Spinach Alfredo Spaghetti Squash Boats make a deliciously satisfying vegetarian meal that is gluten-free, low-carb, and keto friendly. Recipe on SumofYum.com
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Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai
Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai is the super easy way to get a delicious spaghetti squash recipe on the table in no time tonight!
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Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Taco Casserole, Lightened-Up
A delicious & satisfying Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Taco Casserole for dinner tastes like an indulgence without any of the guilt. Easy to make ahead and store, the whole family will love this flav…
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Roasted Tomato and Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner over Spaghetti Squash
Roasted tomato and chicken sheet pan dinner over spaghetti squash is healthy, naturally gluten free and incredibly flavorful. Plus, it’s so easy to prepare.
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Spaghetti Squash Sloppy Joe Casserole
Yummm! This healthy twist on a weeknight dinner classic is sure to be a huge hit with your family! Try this amazing Spaghetti Squash Sloppy Joe Casserole at your table tonight!
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Paleo Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Casserole
This Paleo Whole30 Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Casserole is hearty, packed with veggies, and a great make ahead breakfast. Gluten free, dairy free, and so delicious! I’ve been eating this for breakfast all week and loving
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Garlic Chickpea Spaghetti Squash
Garlic Chickpea Spaghetti Squash that’s perfect for an easy, healthy weeknight dinner!
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BBQ Pulled Pork Spaghetti Squash Bake
This spahetti squash bake is filled with ALL good things — BBQ pulled pork, caramelized onions, green chiles, and the most delicious combination of cheeses.
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Keto Shrimp Spaghetti Squash & Basil
Using cooked spaghetti squash you can make this easy keto shrimp spaghetti squash & basil dinner in 15 minutes! Easy keto weeknight dinner!
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Thank you for all the great ideas
You are so welcome!
What a great list! Thank you including the spaghetti squash oatmeal!