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How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave

Have you ever wondered how to cook spaghetti squash in the microwave? I'm going to show you just how easy it is to cook spaghetti squash. Plus I'm going to give you a few delicious recipes to use with your perfectly cooked spaghetti squash.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 168 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 4 pound spaghetti squash
  • 1 cup water may more be needed
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Cut your squash in half lengthwise.
  2. Scoop out the seeds and stringy insides of the squash.
  3. Lay the spaghetti squash, cut side down, into a 9x13 microwave safe glass pan.
  4. Pour the water into the dish. You want about an inch of water in the dish so add more if needed.
  5. Add squash to the microwave and cook for anywhere from 10-15 minutes depending on the size of the squash and the wattage of the microwave.
  6. The squash is ready when it can be easily pierced with a fork and the inside flesh of the squash shreds like noodles.
  7. Carefully remove from the pan, shred the inside of the squash with a fork and season with desired amount of kosher salt and black pepper.

Notes

  • Always be careful cutting squash in half as it's an easy way to lose a finger.
  • I like to cook my squash for 10 minutes and then test to see the doneness. In my 950watt microwave it takes 15 minutes for a 4 pound squash.
  • If you microwave cannot hold a 9x13 pan you can cook them separately in an 8x8 pan or save a raw half for the next day.

Nutrition Information

Serving 4cups Calories 168kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 2g (3%) Sodium 112mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 168

% Daily Value*

Serving 4cups
Calories 168kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 112mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.