Easy Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
18 mins
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Total Time
23 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
213 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
Description
The Easy Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash recipe details slicing a spaghetti squash in half, removing seeds, brushing the insides with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and air frying at 370°F for 10 minutes followed by 5 minutes at 300°F. This cooking approach results in flesh that can be shredded into tender yet firm strands resembling spaghetti noodles with a slight crispness around the edges.
The recipe emphasizes careful slicing and adjusting seasoning as desired, with a note on using a microwave briefly to ease cutting if needed. It highlights that the squash is done when easily shredded with forks and that air fryer models may vary in cooking time.
This preparation suits those seeking a straightforward way to cook spaghetti squash efficiently without a conventional oven, providing strands that work well as a vegetable-based pasta alternative or base for various toppings and sauces.
Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for up to four days but freezing is not recommended to maintain texture.
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper ground
Instructions
- First, carefully slice spaghetti squash in half lengthwise.
- Discard spaghetti squash seeds.
- Then, brush olive oil on insides of spaghetti squash. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper. Add both halves of spaghetti squash to air fryer basket.
- Preheat air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Once preheated, add basket to the air fryer.
- Air fry for 10 minutes. Then, remove basket from air fryer.
- Lower heat to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Place basket back in air fryer for 5 minutes or until done.
- Finally, carefully remove from air fryer. Shred spaghetti squash into spaghetti strands using two forks. Discard of skin and serve!
Notes
- If slicing the spaghetti squash is difficult, soften it by microwaving for 2 to 3 minutes before cutting.
- Feel free to season with herbs or spices beyond salt and pepper to vary the flavor.
- The squash is cooked when its flesh can be easily shredded into strands with two forks.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer model; monitor doneness accordingly.
- Store leftover cooked squash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; freezing is not advised as it affects texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 213 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 213kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 664mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 528mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 582IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 114mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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