Spaghetti Squash Gratins with Chunky Tomato Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Spaghetti Squash Gratins with Chunky Tomato Sauce
45 min.
8
138kcal

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Looking for a delicious and gluten-free side dish that's both healthy and satisfying? Look no further than these Spaghetti Squash Gratins with Chunky Tomato Sauce! This mouthwatering recipe is perfect for those following a gluten-free diet, and it's ready in just 45 minutes, making it a fantastic option for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Each serving of this delectable dish contains only 138 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The recipe yields eight servings, so you can share this tasty treat with your family and friends.

To create this scrumptious meal, you'll need a variety of fresh ingredients, including whole tomatoes, garlic, fresh thyme, and oregano sprigs. You'll also need a few key pieces of equipment, such as a baking sheet, saucepan, oven, and ramekins.

Prepare to be amazed by the flavorful combination of spaghetti squash, chunky tomato sauce, and rich ricotta cheese in these gratins. The recipe involves a few simple steps, including baking the spaghetti squash, simmering the tomato sauce, and topping the ramekins with a savory Parmesan mixture.

With a caloric breakdown of 25.71% protein, 19.93% fat, and 54.36% carbs, this Spaghetti Squash Gratins with Chunky Tomato Sauce is a well-balanced side dish that will complement any main course. Give it a try and experience the deliciousness for yourself!

Looking for a delicious and gluten-free side dish that's both healthy and satisfying? Look no further than these Spaghetti Squash Gratins with Chunky Tomato Sauce! This mouthwatering recipe is perfect for those following a gluten-free diet, and it's ready in just 45 minutes, making it a fantastic option for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Each serving of this delectable dish contains only 138 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The recipe yields eight servings, so you can share this tasty treat with your family and friends.

To create this scrumptious meal, you'll need a variety of fresh ingredients, including whole tomatoes, garlic, fresh thyme, and oregano sprigs. You'll also need a few key pieces of equipment, such as a baking sheet, saucepan, oven, and ramekins.

Prepare to be amazed by the flavorful combination of spaghetti squash, chunky tomato sauce, and rich ricotta cheese in these gratins. The recipe involves a few simple steps, including baking the spaghetti squash, simmering the tomato sauce, and topping the ramekins with a savory Parmesan mixture.

With a caloric breakdown of 25.71% protein, 19.93% fat, and 54.36% carbs, this Spaghetti Squash Gratins with Chunky Tomato Sauce is a well-balanced side dish that will complement any main course. Give it a try and experience the deliciousness for yourself!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • 56 ounce canned tomatoes whole drained chopped canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • teaspoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • teaspoons oregano fresh chopped
  •  oregano 
  • ounces parmesan fresh grated
  • 15 ounce whole-milk ricotta cheese fat-free
  • pound spaghetti squash 
  •  thyme sprigs 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Pierce squash with a fork.
  3. Place squash on a baking sheet; bake at 400 for 1 hour or until tender. Cool.
  4. Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Scrape inside of squash with a fork to remove spaghetti-like strands to measure 4 cups.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  7. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, crushed red pepper, tomatoes, oregano, and thyme sprigs; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Discard oregano and thyme sprigs.
  8. Combine remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, Parmesan, and remaining ingredients. Spoon 1/2 cup squash into each of 8 (8-ounce) ramekins. Spoon tomato sauce evenly over squash; divide ricotta mixture evenly among ramekins, spreading to cover.
  9. Bake at 400 for 50 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts

Calories138kcal
Protein25.71%
Fat19.93%
Carbs54.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.63
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.535652258474%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.32mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
1.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:137.98kcal
6.9%
Fat:3.11g
4.79%
Saturated Fat:1.38g
8.64%
Carbohydrates:19.1g
6.37%
Net Carbohydrates:15.38g
5.59%
Sugar:8.75g
9.72%
Cholesterol:13.32mg
4.44%
Sodium:758.97mg
33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.03g
18.06%
Calcium:267.81mg
26.78%
Vitamin C:21.4mg
25.94%
Manganese:0.34mg
16.98%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.52%
Iron:2.7mg
15.03%
Fiber:3.72g
14.88%
Potassium:487.34mg
13.92%
Vitamin K:12.62µg
12.02%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.51%
Vitamin B3:2.26mg
11.31%
Phosphorus:100.04mg
10%
Magnesium:38.47mg
9.62%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.2%
Copper:0.18mg
9.14%
Vitamin A:448.01IU
8.96%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.37%
Folate:28.45µg
7.11%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.74%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.49%
Selenium:2.2µg
3.14%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.42%
Source:My Recipes