Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Easy Baked Feta Spaghetti Squash w/Tomato & Peppers. This delightful dish combines the unique texture of spaghetti squash with creamy feta cheese and roasted tomatoes, creating a wholesome meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. With its quick preparation time and nutrient-rich ingredients, this recipe is not only easy to make but also a healthy option for any occasion. Serve it as a main course or side dish—it’s versatile enough to fit into any meal plan. Plus, you’ll appreciate the minimal cleanup thanks to using just one baking dish!
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt (more to taste)
- Dash of black pepper
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (8 oz)
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 block feta cheese (4–8 oz)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the spaghetti squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Place the halves cut side up in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; add half of the feta into each half.
- In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, remaining olive oil, garlic, roasted red peppers, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Distribute the tomato mixture over the feta-filled squash halves and roast for about 50–60 minutes until tender.
- Once roasted, cool for 10 minutes before scraping out half of the strands into the baking dish with the filling. Mix until creamy.
- Scoop back into the squash boats and top with extra feta and fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 squash half (about 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider topping with grilled chicken or turkey meatballs. Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables like zucchini or spinach.