During grilling season, if you’re looking for a quick and healthy side dish, try this Grilled Spaghetti Squash. It’s a low carb favorite that only needs a few ingredients and can be prepared without heating up the kitchen.
On our grill, I’m constantly looking for more convenient, wholesome side dishes that I can serve with our favorite burgers, pork chops, and other dishes.
We’ll be grilling this grilled spaghetti squash frequently throughout the summer.
The best thing about this recipe is that it only calls for two ingredients—four if you include the seasoning.
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- Prepare grill to a 300° fire with pecan or hickory for smoke flavor.
- Cut spaghetti squash in half, lengthwise.
- Scrape out seeds and discard.
- Place 2 tablespoons of butter in each half.
- Season with garlic, salt and pepper.
- Place spaghetti squash over indirect heat on grill. …
- Remove from grill.
How to Grill a Spaghetti Squash
Grilled Spaghetti Squash 🔗
Grilled spaghetti squash is super simple to make and the flavor is amazing. Simply cut the squash, oil the squash, and grill. Don't overlook putting this vegetable on the grill, you won't be disappointed!
Prep: 5min
Total: 30min
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 75 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 622 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, unSaturated Fat 2 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parmesan cheese, optional (✅)
Instruction:
- ⭐️Heat the grill or grill pan. Heat the grill or grill pan to medium heat.
- ⭐️Prepare the squash. Wash the squash under running water. Cut the stem off then slice in half horizontally. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
- ⭐️Oil the squash and cook. Spray the cut portion of the squash with avocado oil spray or brush with a high heat oil. Place cut side down onto the hot grill or grill pan. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the squash is fork-tender.
- Serve. Remove the squash and cool for 5 minutes. Using a fork, remove the cooked squash from the shell. Season with coarse salt, freshly cracked pepper, and sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired.
FAQ
Should you salt squash before grilling?
Salting the zucchini draws out some of the moisture, giving it a firmer texture that won’t get mushy or have more of a steamed vegetable texture. Although salting the zucchini isn’t required, it can make it come out even more delicious.
Do you skin squash before grilling?
Because of its soft skin, summer squash does not require peeling and some varieties are too watery to grill. Summer squash should not be washed until you are ready to use it.
How do you cut squash for grilling?
When the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork’s tines to loosen and separate the strands of squash from the skin. Roast and shred. Cook in a 400°F oven until fork-tender, about 25 minutes. Discard the skin.
What temperature do you roast spaghetti squash on?
When the squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork’s tines to loosen and separate the strands of squash from the skin. Roast and shred. Cook in a 400°F oven until fork-tender, about 25 minutes. Discard the skin.