15 Spaghetti Squash Recipes You'll Want to Make Forever By Lily Menk Lily Menk Lily Menk is EatingWell’s editorial fellow. As a native Vermonter, Lily combines her hands-on experience with local and sustainable food systems with her background in journalism. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on November 10, 2025 SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: See More Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong Grab some spaghetti squash and make these highly-rated recipes. We showcase this popular winter squash in a collection of four- and five-star recipes where it’s transformed into comforting soups, squash nests or stuffed with savory cheese and lean proteins. Recipes like our Marry Me Chicken & Spaghetti Squash Casserole or Spinach & Artichoke Spaghetti Squash Nests turn this seasonal veggie into a flavorful dish you’re sure to love. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! 01 of 15 Spaghetti Squash Caprese Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Pheobe Hausser, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf. This Spaghetti Squash Caprese is a fun twist on the classic Italian salad, combining traditional caprese salad ingredients with tender strands of roasted spaghetti squash. The squash is tossed with juicy plum tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant fresh basil and great northern beans for a boost of plant-based protein. A drizzle of balsamic glaze ties the dish together with a sweet-tangy finish. View Recipe Save 02 of 15 Marry Me Chicken & Spaghetti Squash Casserole Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower This Marry Me chicken and spaghetti squash casserole is a satisfying protein-packed dinner. The tender chicken and nutrient-dense spaghetti squash deliver a hearty meal that will keep you full and energized. Sun-dried tomatoes add a burst of tangy sweetness, complementing the creamy sauce. View Recipe Save 03 of 15 Spaghetti Squash Nests with Kale, White Beans & Mushrooms Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell Cutting spaghetti squash into horizontal rings or “nests” not only cuts down on cooking time, it also makes for a fun presentation. Here, we stuff the nests with roasted mushrooms, white beans and kale for a hearty plant-based dinner. View Recipe Save 04 of 15 Marry Me Chicken–Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong This chicken and sun-dried tomato–stuffed spaghetti squash is like Marry Me Chicken with a twist, offering the same rich, creamy flavors that make the original dish so delicious, but with a veggie-packed spin. We combine a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and shredded rotisserie chicken with sweet and tender strands of spaghetti squash. We add goat cheese for extra tanginess, but you can swap it out for feta cheese or fresh mozzarella if you prefer. View Recipe Save 05 of 15 Spaghetti Squash Nests with Vodka Sauce, Broccoli & Chicken Meatballs Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf These spaghetti squash nests with vodka sauce, broccoli and chicken meatballs are every bit as delicious as they sound. By cutting the spaghetti squash into rings, you reduce the cooking time and also create “nests” that make the perfect low-carb base. To make cutting the squash easier, prick the squash all over with a fork and microwave in 1-minute bursts until it’s soft enough to cut. View Recipe Save 06 of 15 Baked Boursin Spaghetti Squash with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Spinach Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Garlicky, rich and satisfying, this is a baked spaghetti squash that doesn’t disappoint. We love how the flavor of creamy garlic-and-fine herbs Gournay cheese blends with the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, but feel free to experiment by using another savory-flavored Gournay cheese. View Recipe Save 07 of 15 Spinach & Artichoke Spaghetti Squash Nests Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser These spinach-and-artichoke spaghetti squash nests bring together the familiar flavors of spinach-and-artichoke dip with sweet and tender-crisp spaghetti squash strands. A very sharp chef’s knife is the best way to cut the spaghetti squash into even rounds. If the squash has a particularly tough skin, pierce it with a fork in 4 or 5 different places and microwave it for about 3 to 4 minutes to soften it for slicing. View Recipe Save 08 of 15 Baked Spinach & Feta Spaghetti Squash Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling Feta cheese and spinach come together in this comforting baked spaghetti squash recipe. Baking a block of feta with fresh baby spinach and a generous amount of garlic inside the squash half yields a creamy, flavorful mixture once combined. The balsamic glaze adds a bit of sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the briny feta. Opt for cow’s-milk feta for a sharper taste or sheep’s-milk feta if you prefer a more subtle flavor. View Recipe Save 09 of 15 Spaghetti Squash Nests with Feta, Tomatoes & Balsamic Drizzle Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Nests of tender spaghetti squash with notes of garlic and herbs are filled with perfectly roasted tomatoes and golden-browned feta. Balsamic glaze adds extra acidity and sweetness to every bite. A very sharp chef’s knife is the best way to cut the spaghetti squash into even rounds. If the squash has a particularly tough skin, pierce it with a fork in 4 or 5 different places and microwave for 3 to 4 minutes to soften it for slicing. View Recipe Save 10 of 15 Baked Feta & Tomato Spaghetti Squash Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Inspired by the baked tomato and feta pasta trend, this easy baked spaghetti squash recipe is a showstopper on any table. View Recipe Save 11 of 15 Sun-Dried Tomato, Mozzarella & Chicken-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Marty Baldwin Serve this cheesy stuffed spaghetti squash for an impressive and hearty main dish. Cooking the squash in the microwave makes this recipe doable on a busy weeknight, but if you have the time, you can also roast the squash for a sweeter, more intense flavor. Serve with a simple side salad. View Recipe Save 12 of 15 Spaghetti Squash Soup with Sausage Caitlin Bensel This easy soup is a great way to showcase the versatility of spaghetti squash. Sweet Italian sausage pairs well with the subtle sweetness of the squash. The broth that coats the thin strands of spaghetti squash is flavorful and light. View Recipe Save 13 of 15 Baked Spaghetti Squash Fritters These crispy loaded fritters are perfect for parties. Baking them instead of frying cuts down on labor (and oil splatters). Be sure to squeeze as much of the liquid out of the spaghetti squash and onion mixture as possible--moisture is the enemy of crispiness. View Recipe Save 14 of 15 Broccoli-Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Casserole Tender strings of spaghetti squash replace pasta in this cheesy gluten-free casserole that's studded with broccoli. Cheddar cheese melts into a bubbling topping. Serve with roasted chicken or pork or as part of a vegetarian dinner. View Recipe Save 15 of 15 Loaded Spaghetti Squash This loaded spaghetti squash recipe has all the fixings of a classic baked potato, but with a fraction of the carbs. The pasta-like spaghetti squash is combined with Cheddar cheese, bacon and scallions that melt together in the oven. Top with sour cream and garnish with more scallions and bacon and you have a delicious low-carb side dish ready to go. View Recipe Save Explore more: Vegetable Squash Winter Squash Spaghetti Squash Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit