Gluten Free

Ninja Foodi Spaghetti Squash

Ninja Foodi Spaghetti Squash is a delicious, pressure-cooked way to make Spaghetti Squash.

Prep
2 min
Cook
8 min
Total
20 min
Serves
6
Calories
245

Ninja Foodi Spaghetti Squash is a quick and easy go-to method of making spaghetti squash!

Are you ready for a great, simple way to make spaghetti squash? It’s can be done in minutes using your Ninja Foodi.

Tips for Making Ninja Foodi Spaghetti Squash:

The spaghetti squash can be placed into the pot of the Ninja Foodi using the wire trivet whole or cut in half, this is up to you. I have found it cooks the same way regardless.

I have found it’s easier to use a very sharp paring knife, cut the raw spaghetti squash and scoop the seeds out prior to cooking it.

The times for this recipe will come out with a soft but crunchy spaghetti squash texture.

Remember that this spaghetti squash is not seasoned at all, so it will not have a lot of flavors. It’s meant to be used in place of pasta in recipes such as with this Ranch Style Spaghetti.

I use it quite a bit in the Ranch Style Spaghetti in place of the spaghetti pasta.

Once the spaghetti squash is done you will naturally release, which means you do nothing for about 3 minutes, then go ahead and quick release the remaining steam.

How long do you cook spaghetti squash in the Ninja Foodi?

This is cooked for 8 minutes in the Ninja Foodi with 3 minutes of natural release. I have tried many times and that one seemed to get it at just the right texture.

As mentioned above I do typically cut it in half as well.

Why is Spaghetti Squash good for you?

Spaghetti Squash is packed with vitamins and nutrients and is very low in carbs.

It is a wonderful replacement for pasta in many recipes. I feel like I can get that craving of wanting pasta with a swap of spaghetti squash. Even as if with a side of grilled chicken and a splash of olive oil is a wonderful pairing.

Enjoy this Ninja Foodi Spaghetti Squash!

Ingredients

6 servings

Steps

  1. 1

    Place the wire rack inside the pot of the Ninja Foodi, in the low position, and add 1 Cup of Water.

  2. 2

    Slice the spaghetti squash in half with a sharp knife and scoop out the seeds in the center.

  3. 3

    Place the spaghetti squash on the rack.

  4. 4

    Cook on high manual pressure for 8 minutes.

  5. 5

    Natural release (do nothing) for 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Quick-release by moving the nozzle to vent to release the remaining pressure.

  7. 7

    Carefully remove it, remember it will be hot.

  8. 8

    Scrape the spaghetti squash out with a fork.

  9. 9

    Serve.

Nutrition

Calories
245
Carbs
59 g
Protein
6 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
13 g
Sodium
165 mg
Sugar
23 g

Estimates for one serving.

Filed under Recipes Gluten Free Side Dish Ninja Foodi Recipes Veggies

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