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Air Fryer Squash Noodles

Quick and easy spaghetti squash noodles cooked in an air fryer with olive oil, smoked paprika, and black pepper for a flavorful side dish.

Recipe Info

Prep time
Prep Time
30 min
Difficulty
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
Servings
2 servings

Nutrition

calories233kcal
carbohydrates47g
fat6g
protein4g

Ingredients

1 (3 pound) spaghetti squash
1 tsp olive oil
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.125 tsp ground black pepper
0.125 tsp smoked paprika

Directions

1

Using a sharp knife, make a dotted line lengthwise around the entire squash. Microwave the whole squash on full power for 3 to 5 minutes to soften it up. Transfer to a cutting board and cut the squash in half lengthwise using the dotted line as a guide. Wrap one half in plastic wrap and refrigerate for another use.

2

Scoop out pulp and seeds from the remaining half and discard. Brush olive oil over the flesh, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika.

3

Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C). Place the squash half skin side-down in the basket and cook for 18 to 20 minutes until tender.

4

Transfer the cooked noodles to a dish, fluff with a fork to create 'noodles', and serve.