Crockpot Spaghetti Squash
How to cook Spaghetti Squash in the slow cooker.
Spaghetti squash is such a cool vegetable! If you are not familiar with this particular type of squash, once roasted, the meat of the squash is transformed into pasta-like strands. So basically, you can then use it as you would pasta, BUT…. at only 40 calories a cup, it beats out your traditional 200 calorie per cup pasta.
One of my favorite ways to cook a spaghetti squash is in the crockpot. I can throw it in there in the morning, and have that yummy vegetable pasta ready to rock by dinner time.
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Once roasted, I have been know to make spaghetti squash and meatballs, toss with Alfredo sauce, saute with garlic, and my favorite, spaghetti squash au gratin (recipe coming soon). So let’s get our spaghetti squash crockin’!
NOTE: This recipe is for 2 small or 1 large spaghetti squash. If you are only cooking 1 or using a smaller crockpot, times may vary.Â
Crockpot Spaghetti Squash
- 1 large spaghetti squash or 2 small will usually fit in a 6 qt. crockpot.
- Wash your spaghetti squash thoroughly with soap and water.
- Pierce 4-5 times with a sharp knife.
- Place in crockpot and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 5.
- Be careful when removing your squash from the crockpot, because it will be very soft and flimsy.
- Cut squash down the center and remove seeded center. Then, using a fork, scrap out all of your yummy spaghetti squash!
- Our favorite was to eat it is with spaghetti sauce and meatballs!
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How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the Crockpot
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Ingredients
- 1 large spaghetti squash or 2 small will usually fit in a 6 qt. crockpot
Instructions
- Wash your spaghetti squash thoroughly with soap and water.
- Pierce 4-5 times with a sharp knife.
- Place in crockpot and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 5 hours.
- Be careful when removing your squash from the crockpot, because it will be very soft and flimsy.
- Cut squash down the center and remove seeded center. Then, using a fork, scrap out all of your yummy spaghetti squash!
Nutrition
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Post updated September 2020
What a great idea! I never really knew how to cook spaghetti squash, so I pinned this to try later!
Microwaving, in general is not a great method of cooking . It’s meant to be used in a pinch for time. You could still use the m/w, but crockpot method is a “better” way, esp. if you want to preserve nutrients. Can’t wait to try this idea!
I recently tried cooking this squash but my husband and I are looking for a bit more flavoring. Any recommendations about spices to try? (I’ll try the onion and garlic too) Thanks! Great and easy recipe!
I’m not the originator of this but you can spice it up with whatever you normally would a pasta dish. Like hamburger/sausage w/spaghetti sauce, you can even make a mexi flavored one. and add flavorful cheeses, garlic, onions, etc. it’s very easy.
I cook my spaghetti squash with apples, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, raisins, pecans or walnuts. It is sweet fall dish.
Hi Everyone, for my spaghetti squash, I oil a little coconut oil and Johnny’s Seasoning Salt on mine. Turns out delicious every time!!!
I toss mine in a pan with a little butter, garlic and Italian herbs after I roast the squash
My husband and I like out sauteed with onions and garlic, and topped with parmesan cheese. Delicious!
I tried cooking it in a crockpot once. I pierced it with a fork several times just like I do when baking it in the oven. When I went to cut it open it exploded. Have not been brave enough to try it again. Does piercing it with a knife really work? I dont want to get burned again.
I have cooked it several times in the oven and have never had the “spaghetti” noodle look. Mine just clumps together. Still tasty but not so pretty. Any idea why? Am I over or under cooking? Your pictures look like noodles. Giving it a try today. Thanks
Are you cutting it before you put it in the oven?
I am guessing over cooking because I put in the crock pot for way to long and ended up with mush instead of strings. It didn’t taste very good however.