112 Ways to Use the Spaghetti Squash You Grow in Your Garden

by Erin Marissa Russell

Looking for new recipes that will inspire you to cook the spaghetti squash you grew in the garden this year? Once you’ve worn out your tried and true favorite methods of cooking spaghetti squash, you’ll be glad for some fresh ideas of new ways to prepare this delicious vegetable. Don’t get stuck in a culinary rut or spend hours searching the web—we’ve done the legwork to round up the most unique and delicious recipes so you can make the most of your spaghetti squash harvest.

Let Spaghetti Squash Stand in for Pasta for Satisfying Meals

If there’s one way we all are familiar with eating spaghetti squash, it’s as a substitute for its namesake pasta, roasted and covered with red sauce. But classic spaghetti and marinara isn’t the only way to serve spaghetti squash as a noodle. The recipes in this section are Italian at heart and let spaghetti squash do what it’s famous for.

CookingLight’s Pan-Seared Shrimp with Rosemary Spaghetti Squash

CookingLight’s Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Mushrooms and Spinach

Eat Yourself Skinny’s Lemon and Herb Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Shrimp

Eating Well’s Spaghetti Squash Lasagna with Broccolini

Food Network’s Spaghetti Squash Alfredo with Pancetta and Peas

Food Network’s Spaghetti Squash and Meatballs

Inspired Taste’s Parmesan Lemon Baked Spaghetti Squash with Chicken

Kalyn’s Kitchen’s Twice-Baked Spaghetti Squash with Pesto and Parmesan

Laura Fuentes’ Garlic Butter Chicken with Spaghetti Squash

Love & Risotto’s Spaghetti Squash Bolognese

Minimalist Baker’s Spaghetti Squash Pasta with Basil Pesto

Peas and Crayons’ Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Spinach Spaghetti Squash

Pickled Plum’s Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash with Mushrooms

Pinch of Yum’s Garlic Spaghetti Squash with Herbs

Washington Post’s Cincinnati Chili Over Spaghetti

She Wears Many Hats’ Marinara Spaghetti Squash

Slender Kitchen’s Creamy Ricotta Spaghetti Squash

The Almond Eater’s Caramelized Onion Spaghetti Squash

The Gunny Sack’s Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash

Wholesome Yum’s Creamy Spaghetti Squash Carbonara

Turn Spaghetti Squash into a One-Dish Meal with Bakes and Casseroles

One-dish meals are a busy chef’s best friend because of how quick they are to prepare and the minical mess they leave in the kitchen. They’re also a hit on the dinner table because of how filling they can be and how tempting they are bubbling hot out of the oven. And who doesn’t love the leftovers? Check out all the ways you can incorporate your homegrown spaghetti squash in casseroles and baked dishes in this list.

A Home With Purpose’s Loaded Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Food Faith Fitness’ Hawaiian Baked Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Iowa Girl Eats’ Chicken Bacon Ranch Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Mantitlement’s Philly Cheesesteak Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Making Thyme for Health’s Broccoli Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Casserole

My Food and Family’s Spaghetti Squash Pie

New York Times’ Spaghetti Squash Gratin with Basil

PaleOMG’s Almost 5-Ingredient Pizza Spaghetti Pie

Real Simple Good’s Creamy Garlic Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Recipe Runner’s Southwest Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Skinny Taste’s Baked Spaghetti Squash and Cheese

Steamy Kitchen’s Baked Spaghetti Squash with Garlic and Butter

Sweet Peas and Saffron’s Mexican Spaghetti Squash Casserole

That Low Carb Life’s Million Dollar Spaghetti Squash Casserole

The Roasted Root’s Mushroom Bolognese Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Well Plated’s Spaghetti Squash Casserole with Ground Turkey and Mozzarella

Stuff Spaghetti Squash with Fillings for Spaghetti Squash Boats

As easy as it is to roast a halved squash and twirl the innards into shreds, there’s an even more delicious way to cook up the spaghetti squash you grow in your garden. When you stuff spaghetti squash with flavors from enchilada filling to broccoli cheese to spanakopita, you’ve created an impressive and tasty meal. The recipes below should get your mental gears turning with options.

Amira’s Pantry’s Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash

Bananas for Healing’s Seafood Spaghetti Squash Boats

Budget Bytes’ Southwest Spaghetti Squash Bowl

Clean Food Crush’s Bolognese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Cooked Perfect’s Spaghetti Squash and Meatball Boats

Cookie and Kate’s Spaghetti Squash Pizza Bowls

Destination Delish’s Cheeseburger Spaghetti Squash Boats

Eat Yourself Silly’s Spaghetti Squash Boats with Spicy Sausage

Feasting at Home’s Enchilada-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Fit Mitten Kitchen’s Greek Spaghetti Squash Bowls

Flora & Vino’s Italian Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Crispy Chickpeas

Get Inspired Everyday’s Margherita Spaghetti Squash Boats

Half Baked Harvest’s Spanakopita Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Bowls

Home Cooking Memories’ 3-Ingredient Twice-Baked Spaghetti Squash

Jenny’s Kitchen’s Spaghetti Squash Mediterranean Style on AllRecipes

Liz’s Healthy Table’s Cheesy Broccoli-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Bowls

Making Thyme for Health’s Chili-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Bowl

Making Thyme for Health’s Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowls

No Spoon Necessary’s Chicken Picatta Spaghetti Squash Boats

Nutritious Eats’ Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower Spaghetti Squash Boats

Paleo Grubs’ Sausage, Kale, and Spaghetti Squash Boats

Peas and Crayon’s Cheesy Pesto Chicken and Veggie Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Plated’s Greek Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Herbed Breadcrumbs and Feta

Recipe Runner’s Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Skinny Taste’s Turkey Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats

Spoon Fork Bacon’s Spaghetti Squash and Broccoli Alfredo

Wholesome Yum’s Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats with Meat

Start Your Day Off with Spaghetti Squash for Breakfast or Brunch

Squash isn’t the first vegetable you reach for when you’re cooking first thing in the morning. And if you were cooking up squash for breakfast, spaghetti squash would probably be the last variety of squash. But with some creative preparation techniques and ways to serve your homegrown spaghetti squash, you’ll see why it’s a natural breakfast food. Find out how to kick off your morning with spaghetti squash for breakfast and brunch below.

A Sweet Pea Chef’s Baked Eggs in Spaghetti Squash Nests

Basil Belle’s Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Bowls

Chelsey Amer Nutrition’s Spaghetti Squash Crusted Spring Frittata

Chowhound’s Spiced Coconut Squash Breakfast Porridge

Cillia’s Spinach and Spaghetti Squash Quiche

Cooking Light’s Asparagus, Mushroom, and Goat Cheese Quiche with Spaghetti Squash Crust

Destination Delish’s Spaghetti Squash and Meatball Fritatta

Every Last Bite’s Spaghetti Squash Rosti Eggs Benedict

From Pasta to Paleo’s Chorizo and Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Egg Cups

Heartbeet Kitchen’s Whole 30 Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Hash with Bacon and Kale

Julia’s Album’s Bacon Spaghetti Squash Fritters with Parmesan

PaleOMG’s Spaghetti Squash Crusted Quiche

PCC Markets’ Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Patties

Real Food with Jessica’s Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Casserole

She Likes Food’s Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Melts

Spinach Tiger’s Spaghetti Squash Hash Browns

The Bojon Gourmet’s Savory Spaghetti Squash Cakes with Poached Eggs and Harissa

The Endless Meal’s Eggs in Purgatory with Spaghetti Squash

The Kitchenthusiast’s Quiche with Spaghetti Squash Crust

The Pig and Quill’s Parmesan Ricotta Spaghetti Squash Fritters with Crispy Fried Sage

TheKitchn’s Spaghetti Squash Latkes

What Great Grandma Ate’s Paleo Breakfast Spaghetti Squash Boats

Let Fresh Flavors Shine with Vegetarian Dishes Featuring Spaghetti Squash

Sure, spaghetti squash tastes great slathered in meat sauce, but that isn’t the only way to enjoy this versatile vegetable. The subtle, creamy flavor and delicate texture of your homegrown spaghetti squash is a perfect partner for lots of other seasonal veggies. Check out the vegetarian ways to eat spaghetti squash here.

CookingLight’s Greek Spaghetti Squash Toss

Eating Bird Food’s Eating Purely Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Broccoli

From a Chef’s Kitchen’s Spaghetti Squash Fries

Hello Glow’s Cold Spaghetti Squash Salad

Joycekling’s Spaghetti Squash Saute on AllRecipes

Kitchen Treaty’s Barbecue Pulled Spaghetti Squash Sandwiches

Love & Lemons’ Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Chickpeas and Kale

María del Mar Cuadra’s Spaghetti Squash Grilled Cheese Sandwiches on Serious Eats

Must Love Home’s Spaghetti Squash Tots

Rachael Ray’s Sweet and Savory Spaghetti Squash

She Likes Food’s Spaghetti Squash, Sweet Potato, and Black Bean Chili

Simply Recipes’ Spaghetti Squash and Chard Saute

Slender Kitchen’s Spaghetti Squash Chopped Greek Salad

Well Plated’s Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Parmesan and Mushrooms

Let Asian Flavors Lead the Way to New Ways to Eat Spaghetti Squash

The noodley texture of the spaghetti squash you grew this season makes it just the thing to add to stir-fries, soups, and other dishes inspired by Asian cuisine. Sample comforting Vietnamese-style pho, slurp up some yakisoba, or make your own fried rice. It may be unexpected, but Asian-style spaghetti squash is a surefire hit.

Anna Stockwell’s Vietnamese-Style Spaghetti Squash “Noodle” Bowls with Skirt Steak on Epicurious

Bon Appetit’s Lemongrass Shrimp Soup with Spaghetti Squash

Damn Delicious’ Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein

EatingWell’s Spaghetti Squash and Pork Stir-Fry

Figs & Flour’s Spaghetti Squash Mushroom Ramen

Healthy Recipes’ Spaghetti Squash Sesame Noodles

Julie’s Eats and Treats’ Healthy Sweet and Sour Pork with Spaghetti Squash

My Recipe Confessions’ Spaghetti Squash Stir Fry with Lemon Pineapple Sweet and Sour Sauce

Plated’s Spaghetti Squash Beef Yakisoba with Shiitakes and Slaw

SideChef’s Spaghetti Squash Veggie Teriyaki Bowl

Slender Kitchen’s Spaghetti Squash “Fried Rice”

Sweet Beet and Green Bean’s Chicken Pho with Spaghetti Squash Noodles

Taste of Home’s Spaghetti Squash Lo Mein

Wholesome Yum’s Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai

As you can tell, there’s no reason to let a bumper crop of spaghetti squash turn into a drag in the kitchen. There are just so many ways to serve this flexible veggie. Try out a few of the recipes you liked the best, and your family will be dying to know how you’ll be cooking your homegrown spaghetti squash up next.

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