How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

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Learn How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the oven, Instant Pot, microwave or air fryer! This easy guide will show you how to prep, roast and prepare Spaghetti Squash for your favorite recipes.

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Cook Time 40

Total Time 40

Course Food

Cuisine Healthy

Servings cups (if using a 4 pound squash)

Calories 42 kcal

Equipment

IPOW 3-Piece Ceramic Baking Dish, Value Three Pack Thick Porcelain Rectangular Oven to Table Bakeware Cookware Set Casserole Dishes Lasagna Pans for Cooking & Serving, Dishwasher Safe, Turquoise

Ingredients

1 Spaghetti Squash cooking times are for a 4 pound squash
Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Slice the squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. (See images and details above)
Brush the cut side of the squash with oil and season with salt and pepper.
Place the squash cut side down and roast for 30-40 minutes. The squash is ready when it is fork tender.
Flip the squash and allow it to cool slightly, use a fork to scrap the softened squash and "noodles" will form.

Notes

For Instant Pot, microwave and air fryer instructions are included in the post above.

Nutritional value based on spaghetti squash alone--Does not include oil. Each cup of spaghetti squash has 7.8 net carbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cup (155 grams)Calories: 42kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 0.4gSodium: 412mgFiber: 2.2gSugar: 3.9g

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