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Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash

March 15, 2023 by Lara March 23, 2023

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This Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash Recipe is incredibly easy to make! You’ll have a delicious low carb alternative to noodles made in a jiffy! Cooking spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot creates perfectly tender spaghetti squash noodles that require little to no effort!

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a white plate with a fork in it
Table of Contents
  • Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash
  • Why you’ll love this Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • Tips & Tricks
  • Tools to make this easy recipe
  • How to make Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash
  • Oven Directions
  • Substitutions
  • What to serve with Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash
    • Other low carb sauces to serve with spaghetti squash noodles
  • How to store
  • How to reheat
  • FAQs
  • More Spaghetti Squash Recipes
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Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash is always a great option if you are looking to reduce your carbohydrate intake. It’s way lower in carbs than pasta or rice. Also, you will love how fast it cooks in the Instant Pot.

Plus, by cooking the spaghetti squash WHOLE in the Instant Pot makes it so much easier to CUT! And honestly that’s the hardest part about cooking a spaghetti squash.

I already made Spaghetti Squash in the Air Fryer so I thought I would try to make in the Instant Pot as well. I think the Instant Pot is the easiest way to cook a spaghetti squash!

The Instant Pot cooks spaghetti squash quicker than roasting it in the over and you can cook it whole so you don’t have to worry about cutting into a raw spaghetti squash.

If you’re looking for another low carb pasta option, check out this How To Make Zoodles post.

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a white plate with a fork in it

Why you’ll love this Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash Recipe

  • Spaghetti Squash is low in carbs – compared to traditional pasta or chickpea pasta, spaghetti squash is lower in carbs and is a whole food. Great for those following a keto or paleo diet.
  • Easy Recipe – all you need is a spaghetti squash and water to make this easy spaghetti squash recipe. You can dress it up with your favorite toppings or eat it as is.
  • Quick Recipe – start to finish you can have deliciously tender spaghetti squash in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • Spaghetti squash
  • Water
ingredients of spaghetti squash and water

Tips & Tricks

So I’ve made spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot probably about 10 times now. It’s my favorite way to make it.

Because of this I’ve found out the hard way that you need to perform a quick pressure release and remove the spaghetti squash shortly afterwards.

If you perform a natural pressure release, or perform a quick pressure release and accidentally forget the cooked spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot, it can come out watery and over cooked.

Overcooked spaghetti squash is still edible, it just doesn’t have the perfect al dente spaghetti squash texture that I prefer.

Tools to make this easy recipe

I use a 6QT Instant Pot, but any electric pressure cooker will work. I’ve been using the same one since 2016! You will also need a sharp knife, a trivet or silicone steamer basket to steam the spaghetti squash, and a butcher block to cut the spaghetti squash in half on.

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a white plate with a bite size on it

How to make Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

  1. Place the water in the bottom of the instant pot
  2. Next add the trivet
  3. Then place the spaghetti squash on top of the trivet
  4. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure the knob is set to sealed
  5. Select “manual” high pressure and set the timer to 16 minutes.
  6. Once the timer goes off preform a quick pressure release.
  7. Once the pressure has all been released carefully remove the lid from the Instant Pot. 
  8. Remove the spaghetti squash from the Instant Pot and transfer it to a cutting board.
  9. Carefully cut the spaghetti squash in half, this will be very easy.
  10. Next using a spoon scoop out all of the seeds from the spaghetti squash.
  11. Next use a fork to scrap the squash to make “noodles”
  12. Optionally top with salt, pepper, parsley and parmesan cheese.
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash in the Instant Pot with a trivet
Place all ingredients into the instant pot. Cook for 16 minutes.
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a cutting board with a knife
Remove the spaghetti squash from the instant pot and transfer it to a cutting board.
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a cutting board cut in half with a knife
cut the spaghetti squash in half, this will be very easy.
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a cutting board with a spoon next to it
using a spoon scoop out all of the seeds from the spaghetti squash.
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a cutting board with a spoon in it
Next use a fork to scrap the squash to make “noodles”

Oven Directions

If you do not have an Instant Pot then you can always make this recipe in the oven.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle the inside of the squash with avocado oil.

Place the spaghetti squash cut side down on the baking sheet. Bake for about 40 minutes.

Remove squash from the oven. Use a fork to scrape and fluff the strands from the sides of the squash.

Substitutions

If you do not have Spaghetti Squash and want a a low carb option, then you can try to make zucchini noodles.

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash on a white plate with a fork in it

What to serve with Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash

Serve this Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash noodles with Keto Meatballs, Low Carb Spaghetti Sauce for a delicious low carb spaghetti dinner.

If you are planning on having this as a side dish I would top it with salt, pepper, parsley and parmesan cheese.

Other low carb sauces to serve with spaghetti squash noodles

  • Hearty Marinara Sauce
  • Classic Vodka Sauce
  • Keto Tomato Sauce
  • Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce
  • Radish Greens Pesto
  • Almond Pesto
Spaghetti Squash Boats with a fork and a grey napkin on the side

How to store

Store leftover spaghetti squash noodles in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Or store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

How to reheat

Place Spaghetti Squash on a microwave safe plate and microwave for 60-90 seconds. Or if microwave in a glass container, remove the lid and microwave for 60-90 seconds.

cooked whole spaghetti squash cut in half on a white plate topped with parsley

FAQs

Can you cook a whole spaghetti squash in an instant pot?

Yes! It’s my favorite way to cook a spaghetti squash. It makes cutting a spaghetti squash in half so much easier.

Can You Freeze Spaghetti Squash?

Yes, simply store the leftover spaghetti squash in a glass air tight container and place it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

How Long to Cook Spaghetti Squash in an Instant Pot?

It takes about 30 minutes to cook a whole spaghetti squash in an Instant Pot. This includes the time it takes to get to pressure, the actual cooking time and a short natural pressure release.

cooked whole spaghetti squash cut in half on a white plate

More Spaghetti Squash Recipes

Don’t have an Instant Pot? Check out these other easy ways to cook a spaghetti squash.

  • Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
  • Slow Cooker Spaghetti Squash
  • Baked Spaghetti Squash
  • Grilled Spaghetti Squash
  • Smoked Spaghetti Squash
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cooked whole spaghetti squash cut in half on a white plate topped with parsley
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Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash

This Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash Recipe is incredibly easy to make! You'll have a delicious low carb alternative to noodles made in a jiffy! Cooking spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot creates perfectly tender spaghetti squash noodles that require little to no effort!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword instant pot spaghetti squash, instant pot whole spaghetti squash
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 16 minutes
time to come to pressure 10 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 150kcal
Author Lara

Equipment

  • Trivet
  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 spaghetti squash medium
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • Place the water in the bottom of the instant pot
  • Next add the trivet
  • Then place the spaghetti squash on top of the trivet
  • Place the lid on the instant pot and make sure the knob is set to sealed
  • Select manual high pressure and set the timer to 16 minutes.
  • Once the timer goes off preform a quick pressure release.
  • Once the pressure has all been released carefully remove the lid from the instant pot.
  • Remove the spaghetti squash from the instant pot and transfer it to a cutting board.
  • Carefully cut the spaghetti squash in half, this will be very easy.
  • Next using a spoon scoop out all of the seeds from the spaghetti squash.
  • Next use a fork to scrap the squash to make “noodles”
  • Optionally top with salt, pepper, parsley and parmesan cheese.

Notes

If you don’t perform a natural pressure release the squash will be a little water and not have an al dente noodle texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 521mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 579IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg

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Hi, I’m Lara! I’m a dietitian and I love to travel the US in my fifth wheel RV with my pups Stella & Loki. I share healthy, low carb and camping recipes along with my travel and bowling stories.

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