Baked Feta & Tomato Spaghetti Squash

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Inspired by the baked tomato and feta pasta trend, this easy baked spaghetti squash recipe is a showstopper on any table. Baking the feta and tomatoes in the squash half results in a lovely sauce when everything is mixed together. The balsamic glaze adds a nice bit of sweetness while playing up the acidity of the tomatoes. Dried oregano works as a substitute for fresh, but reduce the quantity by half. Serve alongside a side salad and crusty bread.

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
4
a photo of the ingredients to make the Baked Feta & Tomato Spaghetti Squash

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded (3- to 3½-lb.)

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1 (4-oz.) block feta cheese, halved

  • 8 ounces cherry tomatoes (about 1 1/2 cups)

  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze

Directions

  1. Position rack in middle of oven; preheat to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

  2. Place squash halves, cut-sides up, on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil; sprinkle with crushed red pepper, pepper and salt. Place 1 feta piece, ¾ cup tomatoes, 1½ tablespoons basil, 1½ teaspoons garlic and ¾ teaspoon oregano in each squash half. Drizzle each with 1½ teaspoons oil. Bake until the squash flesh is tender and the tomatoes burst, 50 to 55 minutes.

    a step in making the Baked Feta & Tomato Spaghetti Squash

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

  3. Remove from oven. Using a fork and tongs, scrape the squash contents and the long strands of squash flesh into a medium bowl. Drizzle in the remaining 1 tablespoon oil; stir to combine. Return the mixture to the squash shells; cut each in half widthwise. Transfer each to a plate; drizzle evenly with balsamic glaze and serve.

a recipe photo of the Baked Feta & Tomato Spaghetti Squash

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 cup squash mixture

Calories 259, Fat 16g, Saturated Fat 5g, Cholesterol 10mg, Carbohydrates 25g, Total Sugars 11g, Added Sugars 1g, Protein 8g, Fiber 5g, Sodium 479mg, Potassium 494mg

EatingWell.com, November 2023

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