How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
Learn how to cook spaghetti squash perfectly every time with our easy step-by-step guide. It includes tips for cutting, baking, and serving this healthy, versatile veggie!
Servings 4 servings
Instructions
- First, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Slice the squash in half lengthwise. (Tip: Microwave it for 3 to 4 minutes first to make cutting easier.)
- Scoop out the seeds using a spoon. Discard the seeds.
- Drizzle the inside of each half with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Next, place cut-side down on a baking pan.
- Roast for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the edges are golden.
- Finally, let cool slightly, then use a fork to scrape out the squash into spaghetti-like strands.
Notes
- Spaghetti squash can be tough to slice raw. Pop it in the microwave for 3 to 4 minutes to soften slightly. This makes it way easier (and safer!) to cut.
- Always place the squash cut-side down on the baking sheet. It helps trap steam and gives you perfectly tender strands with golden edges.
- Check for doneness around 35 minutes by piercing the skin with a fork—it should go in easily, but the squash should still have a little bite. Overbaking can make the strands mushy.
- Once it’s cooked, use a fork to gently scrape out the strands. A spoon will mash the flesh, but a fork keeps the “spaghetti” texture intact.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition FactsHow to Cook Spaghetti SquashAmount Per ServingCalories 106 Calories from Fat 45% Daily Value*Fat 5g8%Saturated Fat 1g6%Polyunsaturated Fat 1gMonounsaturated Fat 3gSodium 332mg14%Potassium 264mg8%Carbohydrates 17g6%Fiber 4g17%Sugar 7g8%Protein 2g4%Vitamin A 291IU6%Vitamin C 5mg6%Calcium 57mg6%Iron 1mg6%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.