Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash

Course: Sides

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 150kcal

This air fryer spaghetti squash is a quick and easy side dish that turns out perfectly tender every time. Ready in just 30 minutes!

Wash the spaghetti squash thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt from the skin.
Using a fork or a paring knife, make small holes in the spaghetti squash skin.
Place it in the microwave. Cook it on high for 4 minutes.
Carefully remove the squash from the oven and let it rest for a minute or two. With a chef’s knife, slice it lengthwise from top to bottom, right down the middle. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and any loose fibers. Once you've cut and cleaned the spaghetti squash, you can proceed with your chosen cooking method.

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
Use a fork or knife to score the flesh with shallow cuts.
Brush the inside with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Place the halves in the air fryer basket, cut side down. If both halves doesn't fit in your Air Fryer, roast them separately.
Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the flesh is tender and easily shreds into "spaghetti" with a fork.
Remove from the air fryer, let it cool slightly, and use a fork to scrape the squash into strands.

Cooking the squash cut side down traps steam inside while browning the edges.
Microwaving the squash for 4 minutes before cutting makes it easier to slice and reduces air frying time. See Microwave Spaghetti Squash.
If both halves don't fit in the air fryer basket without touching, cook them one at a time to avoid uneven cooking.
Start checking for tenderness around the 20-minute mark, as cooking times vary by squash size and air fryer model.