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    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

    Published Dec 7, 2021 by Allyson · 81 Comments
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    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash has only 314 calories per servings, is extremely delicious, and super easy to make! Everyone will love it!

    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash has only 314 calories per servings, is extremely delicious, and super easy to make! Everyone will love it!

    Spaghetti Squash is such an easy vegetable to make, and it has incredible health benefits as well. I am obsessed with spaghetti squash, do you love it too? I've realized that you can really cook anything in it, and everything tastes good mixed with spaghetti squash…it’s amazing. I wanted to stuff some broccoli into this bad boy, and then knew it needed some cheese…so, here we have Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash.

    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash has only 314 calories per servings, is extremely delicious, and super easy to make! Everyone will love it!

    Spaghetti Squash is amazing for a multitude of reasons; it’s low in calories, you get a lot of squash inside these, it tastes delicious, it’s healthy, and it’s easy to cook. This recipe takes barely any time, and the taste is on point. I have also shared with you how to make Caprese Spaghetti Squash and Lasagna Stuffed Spaghetti Squash, which are both delicious and easy! 

    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash has only 314 calories per servings, is extremely delicious, and super easy to make! Everyone will love it!

    How to make Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash:

    **scroll all the way down for full printable ingredient list and directions**

    • Prep the squash by cutting it in half. You need a heavy chef's knife and a strong grip. Cut the squash in half and then remove the seeds from the center.
    • In a microwave save dish, place your squash halves side by side. Add about ¼ cup water to the bottom of the dish (water should be covering the bottom, but not more than ¼ inch high). Place into microwave and cook on high for 9-11 minutes, or until squash is tender** Remove, and set aside for about 10 minutes to cool.
    • In a large skillet, add red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add broccoli and garlic, stirring to combine. Add about 2 TBS water to the skillet, and turn up the heat. Saute for 3-5 more minutes, or until the chopped broccoli is tender. Add mixture to a large bowl, discarding any left over water.

    • Using a fork, scrape out the flesh/'spaghetti' of the squash, and add it to the large bowl with the broccoli mixture. Add Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, and Italian seasoning to the mixture, stir to combine.
    • Turn your broiler on medium/high. Distribute the mixture back into the squash shells, then sprinkle ¼ cup of mozzarella cheese on top of each squash half. Place shells into an oven safe baking dish/pan.
    • Place under broiler, watching carefully. Remove when cheese is bubbling and browned, about 2-3 minutes depending on how close the squash is to the broiler. Remove and enjoy!

    Is Broccoli Cheese Spaghetti Squash Healthy?

    Per serving (half of the spaghetti squash filled), there are 314 calories, 11g fat, 39 grams carbohydrates, 9 grams fiber, 14g sugar, 21 grams protein.

    You can eat it alongside your favorite main dish; This would go great with any meat, a veggie burger, or alone. They are super tasty, easy to make, and healthy. Have more than 2 people eating or want to make extra for later? Just double the recipe, super simple!

    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash has only 314 calories per servings, is extremely delicious, and super easy to make! Everyone will love it!

    Healthy eating makes your body fee great. Here are some of my other favorite healthy recipes:

    • Bruschetta Chicken
    • Caprese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
    • Black Bean Enchiladas
    • Mexican Baked Eggs
    • Air Fryer Asparagus
    • Air Fryer Cajun Salmon
    • Big Mac Salad
    • Big Mac Lettuce Wraps

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    Broccoli & Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

    Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash has only 314 calories per servings, is extremely delicious, and super easy to make! Everyone will love it!

    Ingredients
    • 1 spaghetti squash cut in half, seeds removed
    • non stick spray
    • 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • pinch of salt and pepper
    • 1 teaspoon Italian season or use a mix of oregano, basil, thyme
    • ½ cup part skim shredded mozzarella cheese I like to shred my own
    • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese shredded
    Instructions
    1. In a microwave save dish, place your squash halves side by side. Add about ¼ cup water to the bottom of the dish (water should be covering the bottom, but not more than ¼ inch high). Place into microwave and cook on high for 9-11 minutes, or until squash is tender** Remove, and set aside for about 10 minutes to cool.

    2. In a skillet coated with nonstick spray, add red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add broccoli and garlic, stirring to combine. Add about 2 TBS water to the skillet, and turn up the heat. Saute for 3-5 more minutes, or until the chopped broccoli is tender. Add mixture to a large bowl, discarding any left over water.

    3. Using a fork, scrape out the flesh/'spaghetti' of the squash, and add it to the large bowl with the broccoli mixture. Add Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, and Italian seasoning to the mixture, stir to combine.

    4. Turn your broiler on medium/high. Distribute the mixture back into the squash shells, then sprinkle ¼ cup of mozzarella cheese on top of each squash half. Place shells into an oven safe baking dish/pan.

    5. Place under broiler, watching carefully. Remove when cheese is bubbling and browned, about 2-3 minutes depending on how close the squash is to the broiler.

    6. Remove and enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    **You can also cook in the oven - Place into a 350 degree oven on a baking sheet, flesh side down, cook for 50-60 minutes, or until squash is tender.

     

    Posted in Feb 2017. Updated Dec. 2020

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    Comments

    1. Sandra | A Dash of Sanity

      February 26, 2018 at 10:17 am

      5 stars
      This looks really flavorful! Such a great way to eat veggies!

      Reply
    2. maclinabanic

      September 12, 2018 at 1:28 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for your nice recipe. I will try it just now. I think it will be helpful for me.

      Reply
    3. Angie Harrington

      September 23, 2018 at 12:29 pm

      Great recipe, going in the Save It file. Made again at friend's house this week. They love it as well. Backed down the red pepper flakes due to too much heat the first go around, heavy half of what the recipe calls for.

      Reply
    4. Lisa Raifsnider

      October 14, 2018 at 7:24 pm

      5 stars
      Hi Allyson! I just made this and it was AWESOME! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        October 15, 2018 at 10:09 am

        I am SOOO happy to hear that! I love this recipe too and I make it all the time!!

        Reply
    5. Abigail

      August 20, 2019 at 5:37 pm

      Has anyone used frozen broccoli for this? I'm debating whether I should cook the broccoli fully and then add it to the cooked squash or just do the squash in the oven and have the broccoli in with it from the get-go.

      Reply
      • Allyson

        August 21, 2019 at 10:28 am

        If you cook the squash in the oven, you will cook the broccoli in a much shorter time. If you want to use frozen, I recommend leaving the frozen broccoli OUT of the freezer while you cook the squash, then just pix the chopped frozen (should be thawed almost) in with the HOT spaghetti squash when you scrape it out. Make sense?

        Reply
    6. jim dee

      August 22, 2019 at 6:02 pm

      Hi Allyson! Never in my have life have I ever ate spaghetti squash, and I retired in 2004 to give you idea of my age. This was really great, so much so I'll have to try this when my grand kids come over, I think they will love too.. I did make an addition or two, added some cream cheese 4 0z, ,and Rosso Pesto Sauce 1/2 of 6 oz jar which I had bought at Aldi that's all I had and wanted to use it up. Keep those recipes coming there Great

      Reply
      • Allyson

        August 26, 2019 at 5:18 pm

        I am so happy to hear this review! You definitely should try out my other spaghetti squash recipes as well, they are all delish!

        Reply
    7. Rose Martine

      October 16, 2019 at 5:25 am

      this looks so delicious! My husband hates eggs, so I never make Frittata’s which is a shame. Have you tried freezing this or something similar. I’m thinking for my breakfast or lunch, I could make ahead. Let me know, much appreciated!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        October 17, 2019 at 7:38 am

        Yes! You can slice into individual servings and then freeze. I would just defrost the night before you want to eat it! Works like a dream!

        Reply
    8. Sharon P

      December 24, 2019 at 8:23 pm

      5 stars
      I made this tonight. It was great!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        December 28, 2019 at 2:44 pm

        I am so happy you liked it!

        Reply
    9. Natasha

      July 09, 2020 at 5:53 pm

      Can you use cheddar cheese versus mozzarella? I just don’t have any! I’m imagining it tasting more like broccoli cheese soup..? I have made this before the exact way you said and it was amazing!!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        July 12, 2020 at 9:26 pm

        Yeah sure! Would be delicious too!

        Reply
    10. Jen

      December 21, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      5 stars
      Love this healthier twist on a classic! I know it'll be a hit with my family.

      Reply
    11. April

      December 21, 2020 at 2:24 pm

      5 stars
      One of my favorite dinners! Easy to make and tastes awesome. Bonus - my kids ALWAYS finish theirs. 😉

      Reply
    12. Betsy

      December 21, 2020 at 2:55 pm

      5 stars
      It's crazy how something so healthy can be so delicious, too! And easy? So easy!

      Reply
    13. Kristyn

      December 21, 2020 at 3:04 pm

      5 stars
      Hearty, healthy, & delicious! I think it's my new favorite way to eat broccoli!

      Reply
    14. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert

      December 22, 2020 at 12:53 am

      5 stars
      This Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash is seriously making me hungry!

      Reply
    15. Toni

      December 22, 2020 at 3:44 pm

      5 stars
      I just made it for dinner and everyone loved it!! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    16. Beth

      December 22, 2020 at 5:03 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! This looks so delicious and tasty! I can't wait to give this a try! My husband is going to love this recipe!

      Reply
    17. Sara Welch

      December 22, 2020 at 5:41 pm

      5 stars
      This is everything a gourmet meal should be, and then some! Adding this to my dinner line up for the week, indeed!

      Reply
    18. Catalina

      December 22, 2020 at 6:31 pm

      5 stars
      The addition of broccoli makes these irresistible and more healthy!

      Reply
    19. Sandra

      December 24, 2020 at 1:17 pm

      5 stars
      I loved it! So cheesy and so good!

      Reply
    20. Luella David

      March 31, 2021 at 5:46 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for dinner tonight and it was so good! I added bell peppers and used cheddar cheese instead of mozzarella. It's what I had for cheese. Delicious 😋. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Allyson

        March 31, 2021 at 10:56 pm

        So happy you loved it!!!

        Reply
    21. Jane

      April 10, 2021 at 9:01 pm

      5 stars
      I really enjoyed this for a change of pace. My husband was a little less thrilled, but he’s a meat guy & likes veggies cooked until they are mush. He thought it needed more seasoning, which I could get on board with, although, I liked it the way it was. Personal preference, I guess! I used my Instant Pot to cook the squash in instead of the oven or microwave & it worked great. I will make it again & would definitely recommend this if you like spaghetti squash. We made it with grilled chicken breast & we split one boat. I kept the second for lunch leftovers!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        April 11, 2021 at 1:09 pm

        I am so happy you liked it! It's fun trying different things once in a while 😉

        Reply
    22. Nelda

      December 08, 2021 at 4:59 pm

      5 stars
      This is one of my family’s favorite meals! Sometimes if we’re not in a healthcare, I’ll add nacho cheese sauce, and it’s so tasty!

      Reply
    23. Dena

      April 28, 2022 at 12:15 am

      5 stars
      This is a beautiful and delicious dish. It was easy to make too. Thank you!

      Reply
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