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    Home » Recipes » Healthy Eating

    Spaghetti Squash with Goat Cheese and Arugula

    Published: Sep 16, 2018 · Modified: Mar 13, 2021 by Sharon Rhodes · 16 Comments

    Yield 4
    Cook 30 minutes minutes
    Prep 10 minutes minutes
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    White bowl containing roasted spaghetti squash with goat cheese and arugula, fork and lemons on table.

    Creamy and slightly peppery, this Spaghetti Squash with Goat Cheese and Arugula is a healthier option for pasta night. A little lemon juice adds tart flavour to the light, tangy sauce.

    Spaghetti squash with arugula being pulled out of a bowl with a wooden fork with fresh lemons in the background.

    This recipe for spaghetti squash with goat cheese and arugula lets you have your cake and eat it too! Or in this case, have your pasta and eat it too. 😉 Similar to how I use zucchini noodles in this Pan Fried Tofu in Peanut Sauce, using Spaghetti Squash as an alternative to wheat pasta is a fabulous way to sneak more veggies into your meal! This light and delicious dish is great as a side or as a vegetarian option.

    Why Choose Spaghetti Squash?

    Besides being low calorie, which is always a good thing, Spaghetti Squash is packed with awesome nutrition.

    Spaghetti squash with arugula topped with lemon zest in a white bowl with wooden forks and fresh lemons in the background.

    It contains Vitamin A which promotes eye health and protects skin from cellular damage. Spaghetti Squash is ideal for expectant moms! This folate rich vegetable is an excellent supporter of new cell formation and development ... translation ... ten fingers and ten toes!! 🙂

    Another reason is that the flavour of spaghetti squash, similar to pasta, really takes on the flavour of your sauce/toppings. You can spice it up Mexican style or get all creamy Alfredo. You decide!

    Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions

    A whole spaghetti squash with a cup of goat cheese, fresh lemon and arugula in the background.

    The first thing to do is get your squash going. I like to roast it in the oven. You're probably asking yourself how long you should roast your spaghetti squash in the oven and how do I make it look like spaghetti? Learn how --> here!

    Spaghetti squash with roasted edges fresh out of the oven, fork in squash.

    While that is happening, you can make your sauce. This sauce, my friends. THIS sauce. 🙂 It's easy peasy lemon squeezy. Literally, fresh lemon juice is one of the only FOUR ingredients that this sauce requires. How awesome is that?! Here's what we're looking at ingredient-wise:

    • goat cheese
    • lemon juice
    • olive oil
    • arugula

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    That's it! SIMPLE  ingredients! Oh, and some hot water, but does that even count?

    Mix together the goat cheese with fresh lemon juice, add the arugula and wilt it down with a bit of boiling water.

    See. I told you it was easy.

    Done.

    Goat cheese and arugula being stirred by a fork in a glass mixing bowl.

    What do you Serve with this dish?

    Once the squash is roasted and shredded, portion it out and toss in your sauce.

    Spaghetti squash with arugula topped with lemon zest in a white bowl with wooden forks and fresh lemons in the background.

    You may want to add some protein like chicken or turkey or even lentils or chickpeas. I like to send the man of the house out for a rotisserie chicken and I whip this dish up in the meantime. It tastes FANTASTIC with a nice roasted breast. I'll sneak in some more crumbled goat cheese, while I'm at it.

    Top things off with a fresh tossed salad (this homemade classic balsamic dressing is my fave) and you have an impressive meal with a meager amount of effort.

    Win!

    Spaghetti squash with arugula being pulled out of a bowl with a wooden fork with fresh lemons in the background.

    I hope you found this blog post and these SIMPLE step-by-step instructions helpful! If you’ve tried this or any other recipe on the blog, then don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know how it turned out in the comments below! I love hearing from you! You can also sign up for my newsletter and FOLLOW ME on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM and PINTEREST to see more delicious food I’m creating!

    Spaghetti squash with arugula topped with lemon zest in a white bowl with wooden forks and fresh lemons in the background.

    Spaghetti Squash with Goat Cheese and Arugula

    Creamy and slightly peppery, this Spaghetti Squash with Goat Cheese and Arugula is a healthier option for pasta night. A little lemon juice adds tart flavour to the light, tangy sauce.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Course: Main Dishes
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 250kcal
    Author: Amanda Mason

    Ingredients

    • 1 spaghetti squash
    • ½ lemon, zested and juiced
    • 3 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
    • ½ cup soft goat cheese, divided
    • 3 handfuls arugula
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Roast spaghetti squash. Use these instructions
    • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together the oil, lemon juice, sprinkle of sea salt and lots of fresh pepper. Add in ¼ cup of the goat cheese, stir then add in the arugula.
    • Spoon 2-3 tablespoons boiling water over the greens and stir again.
    • Add the roasted and shredded spaghetti squash to the bowl with the sauce and arugula and toss well.
    • Crumble the remaining ¼ cup of goat cheese over the top and sprinkle with lemon zest.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 940IU | Vitamin C: 14.4mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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    About Sharon Rhodes

    Sharon is the creator of The Honour System, a real foods centered recipe website that features easy to make meals and snacks. Her motto is "Treat yourself but don't cheat yourself".

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    1. Julia Croft

      October 05, 2020 at 11:50 am

      Can I use kite hill cream cheese alternative?

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        October 05, 2020 at 2:58 pm

        I haven't tried this recipe with that brand but I would think it should work well! Go for it! Let me know how it turns out!

        Reply
        • Julia Croft

          October 05, 2020 at 3:08 pm

          I followed your recipe it is really good I’ll try the other next time!

        • Amanda Mason

          October 05, 2020 at 5:39 pm

          Nice! I'm so glad you liked it!!!

    2. Anne Murphy

      September 23, 2018 at 7:27 pm

      5 stars
      That sounds just right! I enjoy spaghetti squash for itself, and dislike drowning it in heavy pasta sauces - but this is light and flavorful without being overwhelming! How lovely.

      Reply
    3. Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life

      September 23, 2018 at 6:04 pm

      This looks so delicious and simple! Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Can't wait to try it!

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