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How to Cook Spaghetti Squash 3 Different Ways

Published By Stephanie
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! 
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 2 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 cups
Calories 40 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole Medium Spaghetti Squash Washed

To Cook in the Microwave

Instructions
 

  • 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!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 40kcal
Keyword Vegetables
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