Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

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Instant pot spaghetti squash on a wooden surface
Instant pot spaghetti squash on a wooden surface
Yields:
4
serving(s)
Prep Time:
3 minutes
Total Time:
10 minutes
Cal/Serv:
75
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The moment you pull apart the golden flesh, it transforms effortlessly into delicate, silky strands—like nature’s own pasta, light yet satisfying. Each forkful feels clean and comforting, with a subtle sweetness that melts gently on your tongue.

There’s a quiet warmth to it, the kind that feels nourishing without being heavy. The texture is tender with just the right bite, never mushy, giving you that perfect balance between softness and structure. It carries flavors beautifully, yet shines on its own with a simple, earthy sweetness.

It’s the kind of dish that makes you feel good after every bite—fresh, wholesome, and surprisingly indulgent in its simplicity. A bowl of this feels like a reset, light but deeply satisfying, leaving you full without weighing you down.

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Recipe Information

Ingredients

4
  • 1 spaghetti squash, (about 3 pounds)
  • 1 cup water

Tools

  • instant pot
  • trivet or steamer basket
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • fork
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash
Amount per Serving
Calories
75
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Sodium
 
43
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
261
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
17
g
6
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Directions

  1. Slice the spaghetti squash in half and then scoop out the seeds in the center.
  2. Place a trivet or steamer basket in the bottom of the Instant Pot and add a cup of water into the bottom. Arrange the cut squash halves on top of the trivet and secure the lid. Make sure the steam release valve in the lid is turned to the Sealing position.
  3. Use the pressure cook or manual button to set the pressure cooker to cook at high pressure for 7 minutes. It will take roughly 9 minutes for the pot to build pressure before the cooking cycle begins, so make sure to consider that extra time when planning your meal.
  4. When the timer goes off, carefully turn the steam release valve to Venting, to quickly release any remaining steam pressure. (Make sure your hand isn't over the vent, so that you don't get burned by the steam.)
  5. When the floating valve in the lid drops, it's safe to remove the lid. Use a fork to check the squash to make sure it's cooked to your liking. We like this squash to be tender, but not mushy. If there is water collected in the center of your squash, drain it before serving.
  6. To serve the squash, use the tines of a fork to separate the cooked strands into spaghetti-like pieces and remove them from the hard shell.
  7. Use the cooked squash in your favorite recipe and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
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