Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash (Low Carb Recipe) - Kirbie's Cravings (2025)

FAQs

Can you eat all of a spaghetti squash? ›

Can you eat the skin of Spaghetti Squash? Unlike the skin of acorn squash or kabocha squash, I would not recommend eating the skin of the spaghetti squash. It will not harm you, however, after cooking the skin turns rough- almost like eggshells- and is paper thin.

Insert the tip of your sharp paring knife into the middle of the squash. Gently push the knife down towards the cutting surface. Rotate the squash around a bit and again pull the knife down (carefully) towards the cutting surface. At this point, the squash should easily crack apart, exposing the inedible seeds inside.

You need to cut your spaghetti squash in half before cooking it. Don't let spaghetti squash's hard shell scare you! I've got the trick for cutting spaghetti squash safely (watch our video to see me do it).

That's a long time, but it would be a mistake to use spaghetti squash once it's started going bad. Some small unsavory spots can be cut away, but you'll want to toss the squash if it feels mushy, soft, or hollow.

Colon Health

Because of the appearance of spaghetti squash, you might assume that it is rich in fiber. It has over 2 grams per serving, which is more than regular pasta but not as much as many other vegetables. Fiber in the diet contributes to colon health by increasing the regularity of bowel movements.

Spaghetti squash is a winter vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Due to its low calorie content and high fiber content, it may aid weight loss and digestive health. Try roasted spaghetti squash as a low carb alternative to pasta, combined with veggies, protein, whole grains, and healthy fats.

Tools You Will Need

Razor-sharp Chef's Knife: This big veggie can get difficult to slice open if you do not have a reliable knife. To ensure clean halves of the spaghetti squash, you will need a razor-sharp chef's knife. A Spoon and a Fork: A spoon will be required to scrape out the seeds in the middle of the squash.

What's the trick? You need to bend and twist the dry noodles at the same time. "In the end, they found that by first twisting the spaghetti at almost 360 degrees, then slowly bringing the two [ends] together to bend it, the stick snapped exactly in two," according to MIT's statement.

The first and most important thing to have on-hand is a very sharp chef's knife or a longer, thick utility knife. Lay the squash on it's side. Raise a knife 3-4 inches above the squash and give it a little chop to break into it. Using your other hand, press down on the top of the blade and slice all the way through.

Squash skin can vary in terms of thickness, but for the most part, they're all pretty tough! So cutting them can be a hassle and even a bit dangerous since they don't have any flat sides to rest on while you cut. So my trick here couldn't be easier. As soon as you set your oven to preheat, stick your squash in whole.