Enjoy your favorite pasta impersonator in about 10 minutes in the microwave! YES! You heard that right, I’m going to show you how to cook Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave. If you are a squash lover like me, get ready to turn a rock-hard spaghetti squash into delicious and tender noodles.
I’m going to help you simplify your squash prep with an easy technique for how to cook spaghetti squash in the microwave. It’s versatile, delicious, healthy, and easy. So, what are you waiting for??
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave
On the quest to make healthier choices without being boring I’ve found the yummiest side dish – Spaghetti Squash. I didn’t always like making it because it can take too long. And if you’re a busy mom like me, you don’t have an hour or so for your side dish or mock spaghetti to be cooking. You’ve got to get a little creative with your cooking styles. Voila, enter the microwave… my go-to bestie!!!
Ingredients:
- 1 Spaghetti Squash
Directions:
1. Wash and dry the outside of the squash.
2. Carefully, with a sharp knife, cut the squash open, going along the length of the squash and not across its width.
3. Place both halves face down in a microwaveable safe dish and add ¼ c of water.
4. Cover with plastic wrap.
5. Cook on high for approximately 8 – 10 minutes.
6. When time is done, remove the dish from microwave and let cool.
7. Remove the plastic wrap when cool and with a spoon, spoon out the just the center seeds area.
8. Then, with a fork, begin scraping the sides of the squash and you’ll see the “threads” of the squash begin to fluff up.
9. Transfer these to a dish and they can be used for further recipes, or top with melted butter, salt and pepper and serve as is.
Yes, that simple! I even make these scrumptious desserts in the microwave, hence that’s why Ms. Micro is one of my best friends.
Feel free to cook just one half at a time, wrapping and storing the second half for another day. Since I try to be as low to no carbs as possible I take this spaghetti squash and put sugar-free tomato sauce on it and some cheese for a quick and filling dinner. It’s a fun meal and my kiddos don’t even realize it’s healthy. That’s a huge win in my book.
There are so many things you can do with this yummy veggie now that you know how to cook spaghetti squash in the microwave.
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave
Enjoy your favorite pasta impersonator in 10 minutes in the microwave! You heard that right, I'm showing you how to cook Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave.
Ingredients
- 1 Spaghetti Squash
Instructions
- Wash and dry the outside of the squash
- Carefully, with a sharp knife, cut the squash open, going along the length of the squash, not across it’s width
- Place both halves face down in a microwaveable safe dish and add ¼ c of water.
- Cover with plastic wrap
- Cook on high for approximately 8 – 10 minutes
- When time is done, remove dish from microwave and let cool.
- Remove plastic wrap when cool and with a spoon, spoon out the just the center seeds area.
- Then, with a fork, begin scraping the sides of the squash and you’ll see the “threads” of the squash begin to fluff up. Transfer these to a dish and they can be used for further recipes, or top with melted butter, salt and pepper and serve as is.
Enjoy!
Notes
Microwave times depend on the microwave you are using. Some may take longer and some may be quicker
I love spaghetti squash! So this easy way of doing it in the microwave is a win-win!