Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Looking for a fun and simple side dish that will impress your family? This Parmesan spaghetti squash recipe will do the trick. Don’t forget to be generous with the black pepper. 

Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Serves 4

1 medium spaghetti squash, about 3 pounds
3 tablespoons butter
Zest from one medium lemon
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Black pepper

Directions: 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Cut ends off spaghetti squash and slice in half. Scoop out the seeds. 

Place cut side down on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast until soft, about 30 to 45 minutes.

Remove from oven. 

With a fork, scrape out the long strands of flesh into a bowl. 

Add the lemon zest, butter, and Parmesan cheese.  

Mix until butter melts. Generously grate black pepper on top, stir and serve.

Spaghetti Squash