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    Published: May 26, 2018 ·Updated: Dec 28, 2019 by Sabra · 2 Comments

    How to Cook PERFECT Spaghetti Squash in the Instant Pot

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    Spaghetti squash is a staple on many low carb diets. It makes a great stand-in for pasta but is great as a stand-alone dish as well. Cook it in the instant pot to save a ton of time and to ensure a perfect result every time.

    Cooking spaghetti squash in the instant pot is so simple you may just wonder why it took you so long to try it out! #spaghettisquash #instantpotrecipes

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    Cooking spaghetti squash in the instant pot is so simple you may just wonder why it took you so long to try it out!

    While you're here be sure to check out these other great recipes from This Mom's Menu:

    • Keto Banana Bread Bottom Cheesecake in the Instant Pot
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    📖 Recipe

    A blue bowl of cooked spaghetti squash sitting next to a hollowed out spaghetti squash skin.

    Perfect Spaghetti Squash in the Instant Pot

    Sabra - This Mom's Menu
    Cooking spaghetti squash in the instant pot is so simple you may just wonder why it took you so long to try it out!
    5 from 3 reviewers
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    Servings 8 servings
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 spaghetti squash
    • 1 cup water

    Instructions
     

    • Slice the spaghetti squash in half and use a spoon to remove the seeds.
    • Place the trivet into the bottom of the instant pot, then add 1 cup of water. 
    • Place the spaghetti squash in the pot, put on the lid and ensure the release valve is set to "sealing"
    • Set the instant pot to manual, high pressure for 5 minutes.  
    • When the the time is up allow the pressure to release naturally, then remove the lid.
    • Once the squash is cooled enough to handle, run a fork along the inside to turn the squash into spaghetti like noodles. 

    Be sure to read the entire post for tips, tricks, and help troubleshooting.

    The nutrition information listed here is only an estimate and is simply provided as a courtesy. It nor any other information within this post should constitute medical or nutritional advice. Be sure to read all packaging and ingredient labels for potential allergens. Optional ingredients are not included unless otherwise specified.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 31kcal
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    Spaghetti squash is a staple on many low carb diets. It makes a great stand in for pasta, but is great as a stand alone dish as well. Cook it in the instant pot to save a ton of time and to ensure a perfect result every time. #spaghettisquash #instantpot

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    1. tina m stafford says

      October 09, 2019 at 5:40 pm

      SUPER EASY AND FAST.. THANK YOU

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      • Sabra says

        October 14, 2019 at 7:28 pm

        You're welcome Tina 🙂

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