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
Preparation
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.
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.
