Spaghetti Squash with Ricotta and Gremolata
Spaghetti Squash with Ricottan and Gremolat A mixture of whole-milk ricotta, lemon zest, olive oil, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Instructions
Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
Place squash cut side up in a large baking dish, drizzle with olive oil and season with 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Cover dish with foil.
Bake for 45 to 60 minutes or until flesh is tender when pierced with a knife. Set aside to cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
Make gremolata: Slice lemon zest lengthwise into thin matchsticks, then chop.
Add zest to a bowl with parsley, garlic and 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper.
Using a fork, scrape flesh from squash in long strands. Season with salt and pepper. (You should have about 3 1/2 cups.) Divide squash among 4 bowls; top each with 1/4 cup ricotta and about 1 Tbsp. gremolata.
Drizzle with additional olive oil, if desired.