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Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash
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Fall is in the air, and that means it’s time to start thinking about all of your favorite comfort foods. One dish that always hits the spot is spaghetti squash. This easy Instant Pot spaghetti squash recipe is the perfect way to enjoy all of the flavors of fall.

If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to cook squash, the Instant Pot is the perfect tool. Simply cut the squash in half, scoop out the seeds, and add it to the pot with a cup of water. Close the lid and pressure valve, and set the timer for 5 minutes on high. Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release for 3 minutes before using the quick release to vent all the steam. Use tongs to remove the squash from the pot, and let it cool on a cutting board before serving. This easy method produces perfectly cooked spaghetti squash every time.

I have always found it really annoying to cook an spaghetti squash, but once I started cooking with the Instant Pot, I found it much easier! 

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Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

  • Author: Susan Watson, RD
  • Total Time: 10
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Description

Use the instant pot for ehe easiest way to cook a Spaghetti Squash

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Cut squash in half
  2. Scoop out the seeds (I like to use a melon baller tool)
  3. Add 1 cup water to your Instant Pot
  4. Add the squash to your Instant Pot
  5. Put the lid on and close off the pressure valve
  6. Turn on the the Instant Pot using the manual setting to 5 mins on high.
  7. Once done, let pressure slow release for 3 more minutes. Then use the quick release to let all the steam out.
  8. Use tongs to take out the squash and let cool on a cutting board until ready to serve

Notes

  • Depending on the size of your squash, you might have to quarter on of the half pieces to fit inside.
  • Leftover cooked squash can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
  • Prep Time: 2
  • Cook Time: 5

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2

If you are looking for a detailed tutorial on how to cook spaghetti squash in the instant pot, I recommend checking out the content at The Kitchn!

The oven and microwave are two tried-and-true cooking options for spaghetti squash, but last winter I discovered I could cook a whole one — seriously, even not halved or trimmed — in my electric pressure cooker, and I will never cook a spaghetti squash the same way again. Spaghetti squash in the electric pressure cooker requires zero prep and comes out tender so that it’s easy to cut open and remove the seeds. It makes eating spaghetti squash even more enjoyable. -The Kitchn!

Read the tutorial here>>>  How To Cook Spaghetti Squash in an Instant Pot

Their directions are a bit different from mine as they use a bigger squash, so it is worth taking a look to see which way you prefer.

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