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Do you miss pasta and long for the days of spaghetti, fettuccine Alfredo and more? Long no more, friends! Spaghetti squash is here to save the day! Make it up in a jiffy with your Instant Pot!

Going on the keto diet means that you generally cut out carbs, especially heavy ones. Where pasta was once a versatile, easy meal to prepare, it's a no go on keto. What can you do?

Try spaghetti squash!

Spaghetti squash is a winter squash that shreds into strings, making it look like spaghetti. Winter squash is harvested in autumn and can store for longer periods of time, unlike summer squashes such as zucchini or yellow squash. It doesn't really taste like regular pasta, but has a more mild flavor that takes on whatever sauce or topping you add to it. It generally lacks any sweetness like other winter squash varieties such as butternut or acorn squash.

 

The best part is that you can make a delicious spaghetti squash, with only 6 grams per 1 cup cooked. There are a couple of ways to cook a spaghetti squash:

• Oven baking
• Crock pot
• Instant Pot

In the oven, a spaghetti squash can take an hour to bake, and in the crockpot, it can take over 6 hours to bake. In the Instant Pot, you can make a medium sized squash (approximately 5-6 inches in diameter) in less than 30 minutes start to finish!

Why an Instant Pot? The benefits of cooking in your Instant Pot are amazing.

1. Less heat in the kitchen
2. Quick and easy meals
3. Different settings make it truly a one pot wonder. You and sautee, brown, and pressure cook all in the same pot.

Still need to grab your Instant Pot? Find them here!

To make your spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot:

1. Start by cutting your squash in half lengthwise.
2. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the seeds from the middle.
3. Add 1 cup of water to your Instant Pot and place the trivet in the bottom.
4. Set the halved and seeded squash on top of the trivet.
5. Close the lid, ensuring a good seal.
6. Make sure the top is set to "steam", and not "vent".
7. Start timer on manual for 20 minutes.
8. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then release steam with quick release.
9. Carefully remove the squash and set on a plate or cutting board for security.
10. Using a fork, slide down lengthwise to open the strands.
11. Enjoy your squash!

 

There are a myriad of ways to enjoy your spaghetti squash:

• Top with a low carb spaghetti sauce
• Toss with our herbed butter (get the recipe here)
• Add creamy alfredo sauce (get the recipe here)
• Sprinkle with Parmesean cheese

 

 

What is your favorite way to enjoy your spaghetti squash? Be sure to pin this for later!

Would you like more Instant Pot cooking inspiration for your keto diet? Check out these posts:
Now and Later Butter Chicken
Lemon Chicken
Bone Broth
Stuffed Eggs
 

 

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