Roasted Spaghetti Squash & Seeds

Roasted Spaghetti Squash
Servings: 6 • Size: 1 cup 
Calories: 41.9 • Fat: 0.4 g • Protein: 1.0 g • Carb: 10.0 g • Fiber: 2.2 g • Sugar: 3.9 g Sodium: 27.9 mg

Ingredients: 

• 1 large ripe spaghetti squash
• salt and fresh pepper

Directions:   

Cut the squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds and fibers with a spoon.Place on a baking sheet, cut side up and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Once out of the oven, use a fork to scrape the sides of the squash. It will separate and look like spaghetti. You can either eat as a side plain or as a main dish like the Spaghetti Squash Lasagna.  

Roasted Spaghetti Squash Seeds

Don't forget to save the seeds from your spaghetti squash!! They are a perfect snack or addition to salads. 
Rinse seeds in water & once clean, add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil. 
Spread seeds evenly on a cookie sheet and sprinkle with salt. Bake for about 15 minutes at 350 degrees. Then enjoy! 

Can you see how it gets it's name?

Spaghetti squash & seeds in the oven