Air fryer spaghetti squash is a quick way to roast this tender, low-carb squash right in the air fryer. Season it well and you can have a great, healthy side dish in no time!
Are you looking for a fast way to prepare a classic pasta dish? Look no further than air fryer spaghetti squash!
This delicious and nutritious alternative will satisfy your cravings without the guilt. I will show you step-by-step how to cook spaghetti squash in an air fryer, resulting in a flavorful and tender squash that can be used as a low-carb substitute for traditional noodles.
Whether you’re following a plant-based diet, watching your carb intake, or simply looking to incorporate more veggies into your meals, air fryer spaghetti squash is a versatile and tasty option that will leave you feeling satisfied. So let’s dive in and learn how to create this dish!
How To Make Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
Ingredients needed
- Spaghetti squash
- Vegetable or olive oil
- Seasonings (listed below)
Quick tip before starting
The seasonings are listed without measurements. It’s hard to say how much is used because you’re simple shaking the spices across the top and adding more to taste after the squash is finished. When the air fryer spaghetti squash is done and you scrape out the flesh you’ll need to add more seasonings, especially salt to taste.
Making the spaghetti squash in the air fryer
- To start, cut the squash in half the long way then scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Rub oil across the flesh of squash. Then, sprinkle the seasonings across the top. Do not go too heavy because you want to taste after it’s done for the adjustments. This will vary due to the different sizes of squash.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350F.
- Place the squash flesh side-up in the air fryer and cook for 20-25 minutes. Do not flip, the squash is done when you can take a fork and the spaghetti strings separate from the squash.
- Lastly, allow to cool then adjust salt to taste.
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Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
Ingredients
- 1 small spaghetti squash, halved
- 2 teaspoon vegetable oil each half
- salt to taste
- garlic powder to taste
- paprika to taste
Instructions
- To start, cut the squash in half the long way then scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Rub oil across the flesh of squash. Then, sprinkle the seasonings across the top. Do not go too heavy because you want to taste after it's done for the adjustments. This will vary due to the different sizes of squash.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350℉.
- Place the squash flesh side-up in the air fryer and cook for 20-25 minutes. Do not flip, the squash is done when you can take a fork and the spaghetti strings separate from the squash.
- Lastly, allow to cool then adjust salt to taste.