How to Cook Spaghetti Squash 3 Different Ways
Spaghetti squash is an easy, healthy, delicious alternative to pasta. Cooking times and methods are as flexible as you need. Microwave, Instant Pot or oven - spaghetti squash can be ready tonight!
Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Resting Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 14 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 cups
Calories 40 kcal
1 whole Medium Spaghetti Squash Washed
To Cook in the Microwave
After the squash is washed, puncture it with 12 - 15 half inch knife cuts to allow the steam to release while cooking.
Place the whole squash in a microwave safe dish and place it in the microwave.
Cook on high for 12 minutes.
Let sit and cool for ten minutes as it will be hot to the touch.
Cut squash in half, crossways.
Scoop out the center and the seeds and discard.
Use a fork to pull out the pulp to enjoy.
To Cook in the Instant Pot After the squash is washed, puncture it with 12 - 15 half inch knife cuts to allow the release of steam.
Add 1 cup of water to the bottom of the Instant Pot, then place trivet inside the pot.
Place whole squash into the pot.
Cover and seal with the lid; make sure the steam valve is also closed.
Cook on high for 15 minutes.
Release the steam valve and carefully remove lid.
Let sit and cool for ten minutes as it will be hot to the touch.
Cut the squash in half. Be careful of potential steam.
Scoop out center with seeds and discard.
Use a fork to pull out the pulp to enjoy!
To Cook in the Oven After the squash is washed, puncture it with 12 -15 half inch knife cuts to allow the release of steam.
Cut squash in half, lengthwise.
Scrape out seeds with a spoon and discard.
Place cut side face down in a baking dish.
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-40 minutes, or until it begins to cave in a bit and tender when you stick a knife through it.
Let sit and cool for ten minutes as it will be hot to the touch.
Use a fork to pull out the pulp to enjoy!
Serving: 1 cup Calories: 40 kcal
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