Knowing how to cook Spaghetti squash is important because it’s quite daunting if you’ve never done it. You won’t believe how easy it is with this step-by-step guide, and you’ll be using it in all sorts of recipes.
Put away your Spiralizer, my friends! This variety of winter squash is naturally spiralized — when it’s cooked, the flesh loosens and has a texture and appearance like that of spaghetti.
Before we learn how to cook spaghetti squash, let me answer a few questions you might have . . .
What is spaghetti squash?
- It’s simply squash that’s shaped like spaghetti when it’s cooked. Sometimes called Vegetable Spaghetti, you can certainly serve Spaghetti Squash as a gluten-free spaghetti substitute — but, please do not think it’s at all the same thing.
- Spaghetti squash is a winter squash variety that’s in the same family with pumpkins, zucchini, and gourds.
What does it taste like?
- While nothing like a glutenous noodle, its texture is quite lovely — soft with a slight crunch. It has a very subtle nut-like flavor, but it’s fairly bland otherwise.
What goes well with spaghetti squash?
Since its flavor is mild, spaghetti squash can take on a lot of other flavors. I think it’s great with dark leafy greens and meaty and cheesy sauces. It’s typically served warm, but could also offer a lovely, unique crunch to a salad.
Here are a couple of my favorite recipes using spaghetti squash. . .
Spinach-Sausage Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Tomato-Spinach Pesto Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Spaghetti squash is one of those foods, like a pear cactus or a cherimoya, that’s very daunting to deal with if you haven’t ever eaten one, or cooked one before. Which is of course why I put together this easy-to-follow photographic guide.
Knowing how to cook Spaghetti squash is important because it’s quite daunting if you’ve never done it. You won’t believe how easy it is with this step-by-step guide, and you’ll be using it in all sorts of recipes.How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
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Do not worry about the stringy insides left from the seeds. 
So there you have it! Now you know how to cook Spaghetti squash, and it’s ready to eat or to use in recipes. 
Deb|EastofEdenCooking says
I adore all the winter squashes this time of year! Your “how-to” is fabulous, easy and informative.
valentina says
Thank you, Deb. I too LOVE winter squash and it has finally cooled down in Los Angeles, so it’s hitting the spot. Enjoy!
David says
Hi Valentina! I have always cut my spaghetti squash at the equator, then (when cooked) used a fork in swirling motions to get out the threads. It reminds me of pulling cotton candy! Can’t wait to see what you are going to serve on it! xo
valentina says
You and Greg both– great minds think alike! 😀
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
I love spaghetti squash and this has just reminded me that I have to prepare some soon! Love all your tips here, Valentina! It always amazes me in the best kinda way how it turns out like spaghetti! So fun…the little things, am I right 😉 Pinned! I think it goes great with meaty sauces too…now I’m hungry, lol. Have a lovely week, my friend!
valentina says
Thanks, Dawn. Yes, it’s a bizarre and amazing food. Enjoy and I hope you have a good week, too! 🙂 ~Valentina
David @ Spiced says
Believe it or not, but spaghetti squash was one of the first things we ever grew in our garden. Of course, that was back in the South where things grow when you just toss seeds on the ground and walk away. 🙂 Either way, this post is perfect for the season! I love a good spaghetti squash recipe…great step-by-step photos here, Valentina!
valentina says
Super awesome you’ve grown these squash before! I love that. Enjoy and thank you. 🙂 ~Valentina