How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash can be served as a vegetable or a low-carb, low-calorie alternative for pasta. Learn how to cook spaghetti squash the easy way.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword How to cook spaghetti squash

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Servings

Calories 93kcal

Preheat 400 F oven.
Since spaghetti squash are tough to cut you will want to microwave it on high for one minute soften it.
Next, Using a sharp knife cut off both ends of the squash. Removing the hard stem will make cutting it half so much easier. Also, cutting off the non-stem end to create a flat surface.
Then, using a non- slip cutting board stand the squash on end and place a sharp knife in the center. Using even pressure cut through the squash.
Next, use a spoon to scrap out seeds.
Then, brush oil on the cut ends and insides of the squash. Sprinkle salt and pepper over squash. Do not poke holes.
Turn over the squash halves and bake cut sides down in a 400 F degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes.
Test doneness by pressing on the squash if it is easy to press it is done.
Next, transfer halves to bowls. Then using a fork to fluff “spaghetti” strands.
Serve and enjoy.

Serving Suggestions

Serve right out of the oven fluffed as a healthy vegetable.

Add more seasonings such as hot pepper flakes, Italian seasons, seasoning salt or fresh herbs.

My favorite way to serve spaghetti squash is topped with tomato sauce and grated cheese.