Simple Spaghetti Squash

4.8 / 5 (5 reviews)

A delicious and simple way to enjoy your spaghetti squash is with marinara sauce. Spaghetti Squash is best made by roasting in the oven, or if you have an Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker that's a great way to cook it too!

By: Krollskorner (via Krollskorner)
Original Publish: Feb 20, 2019
Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026
Yields: 2, 2 people

Nutrition Facts

221 kcalCalories
8.9 gProtein
20 gCarbs
Finished Simple Spaghetti Squash

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Chef's Notes

NotesHow to make in your Instant Pot:

Cut the squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
Place the trivet down on the bottom and then add 1 cup of water.
Arrange the squash in the Instant Pot. 
Close the lid and make sure the Instant Pot is set on sealing and not venting!
Set to manual, high-pressure for 7 minutes. If you have a rather large spaghetti square (2 pounds + cook for 10-11 minutes)
When the timer goes off, use the quick release method by switching the valve from sealing to venting carefully with a towel so you do not burn your hand!
Wait about 3-5 minutes for the steam and pressure to dissipate.
Open the lid and test the squash. Use the tines of a fork to separate the cooked squash. Take a bite to test that it’s done. (I like my squash tender but not mushy). 

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Starr ★ 4.0/5

It was all eaten before I could remember to snap a pic! It was a little crunchy? Similar, yet not, to celery. Was that correct? It was delicious, but thectexture was possibly off. We all liked it, though!

Karen @ Seasonal Cravings ★ 5.0/5

I love the directions for making spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot. If I was really on the ball I'd plan to make one every week and keep it for the nights that I make pasta for my kids. Having this around makes it so easy to be low carb! And I love the taste!

Kate Hackworthy ★ 5.0/5

This spaghetti squash looks soooo delicious. Can't wait to try it.

Michelle ★ 5.0/5

I really need to try this! I have always seen recipes for spaghetti squash but never tried it. This is a really handy guide for someone like me who doesn't know where to start with this squash!

Tracy ★ 5.0/5

Such a great sub for the carbs in pasta! What a great meatless dinner!

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