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Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash

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 This Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash recipe is mainly vegetables! It’s healthy, flavorful, filling, and gluten free.

Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash in bowl

I finally got an Instant Pot and it’s been sitting in the box waiting to be opened. I’m not sure why but I was nervous to try it but decided to get over it and make something. To my surprise, it was so easy to use and it turned out great.

So when I spotted my spaghetti squash on the counter, I thought why not try making it in my Instant Pot. This recipe for Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash is super was to make and is perfect for lunch or dinner!

cut spaghetti squash into rings

For this recipe, I cut the spaghetti squash into rings. That way the spaghetti squash is longer strands. After cutting it, remove the seeds and stringy pulp.

The spaghetti squash is hard to cut so I like to soften it a little by cooking it in the microwave for 2-3 minutes first. Just stick the whole thing into the microwave and cook it briefly. No poking holes or anything.

Spaghetti Squash Rings In Instant Pot

Put the rack into the Instant Pot and add one cup of water. Then, add the spaghetti squash rings.

instant pot

Turn the vent to sealing. Press Pressure Cook on high pressure (or Manual on some Instant Pots) and set the timer for 8 minutes.

Instant Pot with Spaghetti Squash

Once it’s finished cooking, do a quick pressure release. Open the lid and remove the cooked spaghetti squash.

Spaghetti Squash strands

Use a fork to remove the strands of spaghetti squash.

Sauteed Tomatos in instant pot

Set the Instant Pot to saute. Add the olive oil and minced garlic. Saute for a couple of minutes.

Add the sliced grape tomatoes and saute until softened.

Instant Pot Tomato Basil Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Add the cooked spaghetti squash and stir to coat with the cooked tomatoes. Add the whipped cream cheese, shredded Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil.

Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash in bowl

I’ve been eating this Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash all week. It’s flavorful, filling, healthy, and perfect for lunch.

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Don’t worry if you don’t have an Instant Pot, I’ve got you covered! You can buy an Instant Pot like I have here. Or you can cook your spaghetti squash in the microwave with this recipe of mine and do the sauteeing on the stove.

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Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash

Yield: 3
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes

This recipe for Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash is mostly vegetables, healthy, flavorful, and gluten free.

Ingredients

  • 1 spaghetti squash, (3 cups cooked)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 cup sliced grape tomatoes
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 cup whipped cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Cut the spaghetti squash into rings and remove the seeds and stringy pulp. You can soften the spaghetti squash in the microwave for 2-3 minutes before cutting it.
  2. Put the rack into the Instant Pot (this is the one I use) and add one cup of water. Then, add the spaghetti squash rings.
  3. Add the cover and turn the vent to sealing. Press Pressure Cook on high pressure (or Manual on some Instant Pots) and set the timer for 8 minutes.
  4. Once it’s finished cooking, do a quick pressure release. Open the lid and remove the cooked spaghetti squash. Use a fork to remove the strands of spaghetti squash.
  5. Set the Instant Pot to saute and allow it to heat up. Add the olive oil and minced garlic. Saute for a couple of minutes. Add the sliced grape tomatoes and saute until softened.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti squash and stir to coat with the cooked tomatoes. Add the whipped cream cheese, shredded Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil. Toss or stir to combine.

Notes

Don’t worry if you don’t have an Instant Pot, I’ve got you covered! You can buy an Instant Pot like I have here. Or you can cook your spaghetti squash in the microwave with this recipe of mine and do the sauteeing on the stove.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1 grams
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 159Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 477mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 8g

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Comments

  1. Casey says

    March 5, 2020 at 7:18 pm

    Is this recipe gluten free?

    Reply
  2. Pam says

    July 13, 2019 at 12:25 pm

    To make it really healthier – no cheese. Instead add nutritional yeast for taste. It gives the cheesy flavor without the calories and fat (saturated fat).

    Reply
  3. Ashley fox says

    January 19, 2019 at 8:31 pm

    Where Is the serving size located?

    Reply
    • Tonia says

      January 19, 2019 at 11:02 pm

      It’s right above the ingredients list. It says:

      Course: Dinner
      Serving Size:6
      Calories: 118k

      If you click on the serving size a slider will appear and you can change the number of servings you need and the ingredient measurements will change too.

      Reply
      • Heather says

        February 6, 2019 at 4:49 pm

        How much is one serving? A cup?

        Reply
        • Tonia says

          February 6, 2019 at 5:02 pm

          Yes, it’s about one cup. Enjoy! ~Tonia

          Reply
  4. Darlene says

    February 16, 2018 at 2:07 pm

    I love this recipe for instant pot spaghetti squash……….it is so quick and easy and delicious.

    Reply
  5. Sean Mahan says

    January 12, 2018 at 1:22 pm

    Yummy, this seems delicious and I’ll sure try it! Do you think muzzarela works as well as parmesan in this recipe?

    Reply
    • Tonia says

      January 12, 2018 at 7:36 pm

      Hi Sean,
      Yes, you could use mozzarella instead. The parmesan has more flavor and more salt so it will taste different but still good!
      ~Tonia

      Reply

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