This air fryer spaghetti squash recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, offering a delicious low-carb alternative to pasta. Enjoy it as a main dish with your favorite pasta sauce or as a savory side!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 small spaghetti squash (about 2 pounds)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
For Serving:
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Butter
- Freshly chopped parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
- Wash and dry the spaghetti squash. Slice it in half lengthwise (through the stem) and remove the seeds with a spoon. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the inside of the squash and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Use your fingers to evenly coat the squash.
- Place the squash halves in the air fryer, cut-side up. Air fry at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, or until the squash is fork-tender.
- Carefully remove the squash from the air fryer. Use two forks to scrape the flesh and fluff the noodles.
- Top with freshly grated parmesan, butter, and/or chopped parsley. Alternatively, serve as a pasta substitute with your favorite sauce, such as chicken bolognese or keto turkey meatballs.
NOTES
- Oil-Free Option: Use olive oil or avocado oil spray, or add 1–2 tbsp of vegetable broth to each half instead of oil.
- Freezing: Cool and shred cooked squash, then store in freezer-safe bags for up to 6 months. To reheat, warm on the stovetop, in the microwave (1–3 minutes wrapped in a damp paper towel), or in an oven-safe dish at 350°F for 5–10 minutes.
- Storing: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 5–6 days.
- Reheating: For best results, reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 5–7 minutes, in the oven or toaster oven at 350°F for 5–10 minutes, or in the microwave for 1–4 minutes (wrap in a damp paper towel).
NUTRITION (PER SERVING)
- Calories: 106
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
- Sodium: 332mg
- Potassium: 261mg
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 5g
- Vitamin A: 290 IU
- Vitamin C: 5mg
- Calcium: 56mg
- Iron: 1mg
