

Yields:
2 serving(s)
Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Cal/Serv:
258
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.
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Ingredients
- 1
medium spaghetti squash (about 2 lb.), halved lengthwise
- 2 Tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 Tbsp.
grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
- 3/4 tsp.
kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp.
freshly ground black pepper, plus more
Torn fresh basil leaves, torn, for serving
Directions
- Step 1In an air-fryer basket, arrange one-half of squash cut side down. Cook at 360° until squash is tender and golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Repeat with other half of squash.
- Step 2Scrape and fluff insides of squash with a fork and transfer to a medium bowl; reserve shells for serving, if desired. Add oil, Parmesan, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to bowl and toss to combine.
- Step 3Stuff insides back into reserved shells or divide between plates. Drizzle with more oil. Top with more Parmesan, pepper, and basil.
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