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Cheesy veggie pumpkin spaghetti squash is an easy and delicious plant-based meal that is full of flavor and nutrition.

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This week, I’ve been all about fresh vegetables and this pumpkin spaghetti squash cozy dish.

Something about going out of town and eating out all the time, indulging more than normal…your body just knows. It wants all the fruits and vegetables possible this week.

I love eating out and trying new restaurants, but let’s face it: no one can do it every day. It’s expensive, and you can’t always control all the ingredients you’re eating.

Which is where this spaghetti squash with pumpkin comes in – very budget-friendly, easy, and can be plant-based or personalized.

In the spirit of fall and pumpkin everything, I’m so excited to share this pumpkin spaghetti squash pasta dish.

Like these veggie-stuffed spaghetti squash boats, this dish is filled with veggies and cheese, you can’t go wrong!

All you do with spaghetti squash is throw it in the oven.

And it’s so similar to angel hair pasta, it’s a great replacement for less overall calories, plus it has Vitamins A and C, which pasta doesn’t have.

All winter squash offer a slightly different nutrition profile, but most of them can be baked. If you struggle with cooking winter squash, here’s a great breakdown for how to cook winter squash.

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Ingredients

I love following recipes with minimal ingredients. I’m not someone who can have 100+ ingredients on hand or who wants to go on a wild goose chase to track down a million things.

I try to keep it simple because that’s how I like it, and that’s what this spaghetti squash with pumpkin recipe is all about.

So, here’s what you need for this recipe.

• spaghetti squash
• pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
• greek yogurt – I love full-fat for more flavor but any type works
• grated cheese – I prefer cheddar
• salt and pepper
• cinnamon
• nutmeg
• sage

How to Make Pumpkin Spaghetti Squash

First, you’ll want a solid cutting board to chop your spaghetti squash!

Inside tip – Trader Joe’s charges a flat rate for spaghetti squash, rather than by the pound, so it’s much cheaper!

After cutting it lengthwise in half and scooping out the seeds, coat the inside with sea salt and pepper, and a little bit of olive oil for extra flavoring.

Preset the oven to 375 and bake it face-down for 45 minutes.

Just before the squash was done, mix together your creamy pumpkin cheese sauce.

Once the cheese melts, add your veggies and BAM, you have your healthy spaghetti squash pumpkin dish!

Not only do you get Vitamin A in this spaghetti squash with pumpkin sauce, but you’re getting ample Vitamin C, antioxidants and fiber, plus nutrients from whatever veggies you add in.

Pumpkin puree also has a naturally sweet taste, so this is a great dinner for kids and may be easier for picky eater toddlers too!

Want some more fun kid-friendly recipe ideas for snacks and meal prep? Check out our dietitian-approved 30 healthy recipes for toddlers and kids!

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Storage

For leftovers, just save it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days! I love enjoying it for lunch the next day with a nice piece of toast or sourdough bread.

Hope you enjoy this vegetarian spaghetti squash dish as much as we did.

More Squash Recipes

• Butternut squash chicken soup
• Butternut squash egg muffins
• Air fryer butternut squash fries
• Acorn squash muffins

Servings 3 servings

Cheesy Pumpkin Spaghetti Squash

Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN

Cheesy veggie pumpkin spaghetti squash is an easy and delicious plant-based meal that is full of flavor and nutrition.

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Prep Time 8 minutes mins

Cook Time 43 minutes mins

Ingredients  

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• 1 medium spaghetti squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
• ½ cup low-fat Greek Yogurt
• 3-4 ounces graded cheddar cheese or shredded cheese of choice
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon fresh sage

Instructions 

1. Slice spaghetti squash lengthwise and scoop out seeds. You can save them for roasting later if you desire.
2. Coat the inner halves with olive oil, salt and pepper and place face down on baking pan or sheet at 375. Bake for 45 minutes.
3. In a medium pot on medium-high heat, combine pumpkin puree, greek yogurt, cheese, salt, pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg. Lower the heat and stir occasionally until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Mix in spinach and Brussel sprouts (or whatever veggies desired).
4. Once squash halves are done cooking, scoop spaghetti squash out of skin and into a bowl. Add cheesy sauce with vegetables.
5. Top with sage or herbs and extra cheese!

Notes

Substituting kale for spinach would also be delicious or you could also add broccoli or zucchini.

For a thicker sauce, use cream cheese instead of Greek yogurt.

Equipment

Heavy duty cutting board

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 13gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 549mgFiber: 8gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 13403IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 357mgIron: 2mg

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