Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash
Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash turns out tender, naturally sweet strands with lightly caramelized edges and a hint of smoke from paprika. The simple seasoning of olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper lets the squash shine, making it a versatile side or base for weeknight dinners and meal prep bowls.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 29 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 77
- Heart Health
- 86
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 57
- General Wellness
- 1
With a sharp knife, score a dotted line lengthwise around the whole squash. Microwave the whole squash on full power to make it easier to cut, about 3 to 5 minutes. Move it to a cutting board and slice the squash in half lengthwise along the dotted line. Wrap one half in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for another use.
- 2
Scoop out and discard the pulp and seeds from the remaining half. Brush olive oil over all of the flesh and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Set the spaghetti squash half skin side-down in the basket. Cook until the squash is tender, about 18 to 20 minutes.
- 4
Transfer to a dish and use a fork to fluff into "noodles."
- Calories 260.36 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 5.2 g Moderate 10%
- Carbohydrate 52.18 g 19%
- Total Fat 7.16 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 1.36 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.15 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 136.78 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 11.39 g Good Source 41%
- Total Sugars 20.74 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 173.88 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 2.34 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 820.52 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin A 46.3 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 15.76 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Crispy Air Fried Spaghetti Squash is made with 5 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Olive Oil, Sea Salt, and Smoked Paprika. Each serving provides about 260.36 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Smoked Paprika, Spaghetti Squash. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash?
- About 30 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 260.36 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash healthy?
- Crispy Air-Fried Spaghetti Squash has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 260.36 calories and 5.2 g of protein, or 10% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 136.78 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.36 g (7% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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