How to cook whole spaghetti squash (fast!)

Name: How to Cook a whole Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 Spaghetti Squash; 2 tbsp water

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Using the microwave is my favorite way to cook a whole spaghetti squash because it is SO fast and easy.

It only takes 10 minutes to steam a whole spaghetti squash in the microwave, compared to closer to an hour in the oven .

a cooked spaghetti squash cut in half in a white bowl on a yellow and white striped napkin

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Cooking spaghetti squash in the microwave is fast and easy meal prep
You can use this as an easy gluten-free swap for pasta
Spaghetti Squash is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants

What do you need:

A spaghetti squash on a yellow and white striped napkin

All you need is a spaghetti squash, a sharp knife, a large microwave safe bowl, and a microwave.

How to make:

A spaghetti squash being pierced by a large knife on a yellow and white striped napkin

Start by piercing the spaghetti squash with a knife in multiple areas around squash.

a cooked spaghetti squash in a white bowl on a yellow and white striped napkin

Place squash in a large microwave safe bowl with a small amount of water in bowl and microwave for 10 minutes, turning the squash halfway through.

Slice squash in half (careful for hot steam!) and allow to slightly cool before scooping out seeds and shredding.

How to tell if the squash is done?

The outside of the squash should feel slightly soft to touch like a ripe avocado.

How do you shred spaghetti squash?

Once squash has slightly cooled, use two forks to shred squash apart to look like spaghetti noodles. It will feel like pulling apart pulled pork.

Can you freeze cooked spaghetti squash?

Yes! You can freeze the cooked squash, when your ready to eat it, thaw the squash and then strain excess liquid.

Do I have to peel my spaghetti squash?

While you don't want to eat the skin, you can just cut the squash in half after cooking and scoop out contents.

How long does cooked spaghetti squash last?

It will last about a week in the refrigerator, or you can freeze it.

Looking for recipes using cooked spaghetti squash? Try this Spaghetti Squash Casserole with Chicken Caprese or Easy Shrimp Spaghetti Squash Recipe. You can always serve with marinara and parmesan cheese for an easy meal!

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How to Cook a whole Spaghetti Squash

Marissa

The fastest way to cook spaghetti squash

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Prep Time 1 min

Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 15 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 75 kcal

Equipment

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microwave

Ingredients

▢ 1 Spaghetti Squash
▢ 2 tbsp water

Instructions

Pierce squash with a sharp knife on all sides to allow steam to vent.
Place in microwave safe bowl with 2 tbsp of water and microwave for 5 minutes.
Turn squash cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Carefully cut squash in half allowing steam to release and squash to cool.
Scoop out seeds and shred spaghetti squash to serve.

Notes

Make sure squash is fully cooked before cutting in half, if the outside of the squash does not feel 'ripe' cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 41mgPotassium: 261mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 290IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 1mg

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