Description
Feta Spaghetti Squash is a delightful and nutritious low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. This dish features a creamy blend of feta cheese, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil, creating a satisfying meal with Mediterranean flair. Easy to prepare with just a few ingredients, it caters to every cooking skill level while offering a vegetarian option that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Whether you serve it as a main course or as an accompaniment to grilled proteins, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its burst of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 1 block (8 ounces) feta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Break the feta block in half and place each half in the center of the squash halves. Add halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic on top. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the squash is fork-tender and the feta is melted with golden edges.
- Use a fork to shred the cooked squash into strands resembling spaghetti, combining everything gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg