Air Fryer Cacio e Pepe Spaghetti Squash

Sure, spaghetti squash is tasty when steamed and tossed with butter. But to really take it to the next level, you'll want to take a cue from a classic Italian pasta preparation: cacio e pepe, which means "cheese and pepper" in several Italian dialects. Air Fryer Cacio e Pepe Spaghetti Squash offers a refreshing spin on the gluten-free side. A lighter preparation than alfredo sauce, cacio e pepe spaghetti squash is tossed with Parmesan and a generous amount of black pepper. Each bite is savory and a little spicy, perfect for satisfying a craving for pasta in a low-carb package. Not feeling the cheese and pepper version? Instead, try tossing the cooked spaghetti squash with your favorite warm marinara, Bolognese, or pesto. It's also great topped with tiny meatballs!

It takes 20 to 25 minutes to cook spaghetti squash in an air fryer. This is the perfect time to do the other prep for the recipe: grate the Parmesan, pick the basil leaves, and once that's taken care of, put your feet up to enjoy a rest.

For more clever ways to cook spaghetti squash, try Chicken Primavera Spaghetti Squash Boats, Spaghetti Squash Pizza, and Spaghetti Squash Cheesy Bread.