Name: How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the Instant Pot
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 5 (serves 4-6)
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash ((2 to 2.5 pounds)); 1 cup water

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No time toroast a spaghetti squash?No worries if you got a late start to dinner, your Instant Pot can come to the rescue! This issuper fast toobecause you don’t even have to cut the squash or remove the seeds before cooking, just cook it whole!And with a 15 minute cook time, you’ll have squash ready in no time.

Whether you love using the Instant Pot or are more of an oven orCrock-Pot fan, I’ve got you covered for preparing your spaghetti squash the easiest ways possible! Get it ready to go with your method of choice, and then top the healthy and adaptable “noodles” with your favorite pasta toppings!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy and Convenient: If you’re new to using an Instant Pot, this is a great introduction! It couldn’t be more simple and you’ll get to see just how amazing the results are.
Minimal Cleanup: Cleaning up afterward is a dream since it’s just the liner pot after the water and whole squash.
Meal Prep Friendly: Just like the slow cooker method, this way of cooking spaghetti squash is fantastic for meal prep days because you can set and forget it while you work on other things.

Ingredients

Spaghetti Squash:medium size (2 to 2.5 pounds) so it will fit in your pot
Water

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

How to Make Spaghetti Squash in the Instant Pot

Step #1.Wash the outside of your squash off. Prick the skin a few times with a fork or sharp knife. Place the squash in a steamer basket that fits on top of a trivet in your instant pot. Add one cup of water to the pot.

Step #3.Once the time is up, do a manual pressure release. When the pressure is release, open the lid and carefully remove the squash.

Step #2.Close the Instant Pot lid, then turn the gasket to “sealing” and set it to cook for 15 minutes on high pressure.

Step #4.Cut the squash open, remove the seeds, and shred the flesh into strands. Serve as desired.

Recipe FAQs

What goes well with spaghetti squash?

You can put so many delicious things in and on and beside spaghetti squash that you really can’t go wrong. We love eating it with marinara sauce and meatballs, or with butter, parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper! Any favorite pasta toppings will taste amazing with spaghetti squash.

How do you know when spaghetti squash are ripe?

Ripe spaghetti squash are a golden or dark yellow color with a very thick and firm exterior. Your fingernail should not be able to penetrate the surface of an uncooked spaghetti squash, and it shouldn’t have any spots, brown marks, or bruises.

How long does spaghetti squash last?

Uncooked spaghetti squash can keep for up to 1 to 2 months if stored in a cool, dry pantry. Cooked spaghetti squash should be kept in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoyed within 3 to 4 days.

Expert Tips

Be especially careful when removing the squash from the pot –it will be very hot.Use tongs, hot pads, or a combination of the two to take it out.
Pick a good squash by choosing one that is heavy for it’s size, has no soft spots, and has an undamaged shell.
A grapefruit spoon is a great tool for getting seeds out of squash and melons.
Reheat leftover spaghetti squash in a low skilletwith a little butter or oil or in a microwave for the best texture.