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Spaghetti Squash Carbonara

A healthy twist on classic carbonara using spaghetti squash for a creamy, guilt-free dinner that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash Watch out, they’re sneakily heavy.
  • 3-4 strips bacon Use your favorite type, or turkey bacon if you prefer.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced You can also use garlic powder if needed.
  • 2 large eggs These will create the creamy sauce.
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese More for sprinkling on top is encouraged.
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • a handful fresh parsley, chopped Optional garnish.
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling on the spaghetti squash.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Carefully cut the spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle salt on the cut sides.
  4. Place the squash halves face down on a lined baking tray and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft.
  5. While the squash is roasting, cook the bacon in a pan until crispy, then remove the bacon, leaving a bit of the grease in the pan.
  6. Add minced garlic to the hot bacon grease and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and parmesan cheese, then add pepper.
  8. Once the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to scrape the strands into a big bowl.
Cooking
  1. Pour the hot garlic-bacon mixture over the squash strands quickly, as the heat will cook the egg sauce.
  2. Add the egg-parmesan mixture and toss to combine. The eggs should create a creamy coating over the squash, not scramble.
  3. Mix the crumbled bacon back into the bowl and top with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Let the roasted squash cool before handling to avoid burns. The recipe is flexible; consider swapping the bacon for pancetta or prosciutto, or leave it out completely for a vegetarian option. Adding Greek yogurt can enhance creaminess.