Recipe
Microwave Spaghetti Squash (Fast & Easy)
Transform a whole spaghetti squash into tender, noodle-like strands in minutes using just your microwave.
Prep time
2 min
Cook time
8 min
Total time
10 min
Servings
6
Net carbs
8.7g
Appliance
No-cook
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Email me a sign-in linkIngredients
What you need
Adjust servings
6 servings6
- 1 medium Spaghetti squash ((or any size))
- 2 tbsp Olive oil ((to taste))
- ½ tsp Sea salt ((to taste))
- ¼ tsp Black pepper ((to taste))
Instructions
How to cook it
Prep timer
10:00
- Prep and chill the ingredients before assembling so the finished dish stays crisp and cold.
- 1. Set the squash on a microwave-safe plate and pierce the skin all over with a sharp knife.
- 2. Microwave for 8-10 minutes for a 1-2 pound squash (add 2 minutes per additional pound), flipping the squash halfway through cooking.
- 3. Test doneness by piercing with a knife—it should go through with slight resistance but not complete ease to avoid mushiness; continue cooking in 1-minute intervals if needed.
- 4. Let the cooked squash rest for 5 minutes, then slice it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- 5. Use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands, transfer to a bowl, and toss with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Taste before serving and adjust the salt, lemon, vinegar, or herbs so the flavors stay bright.
Source & attribution
Wholesome Yum · IMPORTED
https://diet.driv.space/recipes/microwave-spaghetti-squash-fast-amp-easyWholesome Yum reference: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/microwave-spaghetti-squash/
Rated 5/5 from 7 ratings on Wholesome Yum. Method rewritten in-house; see source for the publisher's original.