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Instant Pot spaghetti squash

This Instant Pot spaghetti squash is ready in just 20 minutes! Spaghetti squash in the pressure cooker is the best way to make quick, perfect spaghetti squash every time.
Course Other, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword instant pot, pressure cooker, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 1 whole squash
Calories 42kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot DUO60 6 Qt 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, Yogurt Maker and Warmer

Ingredients

  • 1 2-3lb spaghetti squash
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • Cut the spaghetti squash in half length wise. Scoop out the seeds and soft flesh with a large spoon.
  • Place the 1 cup water along with the Instant Pot trivet insert or steamer basket. Place the spaghetti squash side by side, face up in the Instant Pot.
  • Close the lid and make sure the sealing valve is set to sealing. Pressure cook on high pressure for 7 minutes.
  • When the timer goes off, manually release the pressure. When the float valve pin drops, remove the lid and let the spaghetti squash cool for a couple of minutes before removing.

Notes

It will take the Instant Pot approximately 10 minutes to come to pressure and 3 minutes to release pressure. With the added cook time of 7 minutes, the total cook time (closed lid time) is 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squash | Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Sugar: 1g