How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in 15 minutes
Full of nutrients this squash variety is a fun one and so versatile! Swap it out for pasta in any dish or make it as a veggie side dish. Either way it's done in less than 15 minutes!
Equipment
- 1 Microwave
Ingredients
- 1 Spaghetti Squash
- Seasonings to taste such as salt, pesto, spices, etc.
Instructions
- Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Flip over and poke skin with fork all over.
- Place flesh side down on plate. Microwave for 5 minutes.
- After 5 minutes, check the flesh of the squash. If it's still hard, microwave for another 2-3 minutes.
- It's perfectly cooked when a fork slides into the flesh with a little bit of resistance. If it's not there yet, keep microwaving in 2-3 minute increments until done.
- Once done, using an oven mitt or towel (because it'll be hot), take a fork and shred the flesh of the squash producing beautiful strands. The texture should be slightly crunchy.
- Place shredded squash in bowl and season with your favorite spices. Enjoy!
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Notes
Don't over cook! You don't want mushy squash.
Depending on the size of squash, it could be done in 5 minutes or 15. Keep checking it in 3 minute increments.
Use as a side dish or as the pasta in any dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 6gCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 27mgPotassium: 174mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 193IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 0.5mg
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