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Easy microwave spaghetti squash in the baking dish with a fork separating the strands

Microwave Spaghetti Squash

Diana Rattray
Spaghetti squash is a fast and easy low-carb option, and it's perfectly cooked in the microwave oven!
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Servings 4 servings
Calories 106
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 spaghetti squash, 3 to 4 pounds
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

  • Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the stem end from the spaghetti squash. Pierce the squash in several places with a fork or knife. Place it in a microwave-safe baking dish and microwave on full power for 3 minutes—this will make it easier to slice in half.
    1 spaghetti squash
  • Remove the squash and slice it in half lengthwise.
  • Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and scrape out any loose membranes. Brush with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle lightly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
    1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter | Kosher salt | Freshly ground black pepper
  • Place the squash halves, cut sides down, in the baking dish, and enough water to cover the bottom of the baking dish by about 1/2 inch.
    spaghetti squash in the baking dish
  • Microwave on full power for 8 to 12 minutes, depending on the size of the squash and your microwave oven.
  • Test the squash with a fork. It should be tender enough to penetrate the skin with only slight resistance.
  • Remove the baking dish from the microwave oven, drain, and flip the halves over.
  • With a fork, gently scrape the insides of the halves to loosen the "spaghetti" strands.
  • Serve hot or refrigerate the squash and reheat later.

Nutrition

Calories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 41mgPotassium: 261mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 290IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword low-carb food, microwave, spaghetti squash
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