How to make Feta Spaghetti Squash? (Cheesy and Delicious)

A straightforward side dish that we’ve been preparing for years, baked feta pasta has a flavor that is reminiscent of Tiktok.

Before roasting, spaghetti squash is cut in half, seasoned, and packed with feta and tomatoes. In the end, everything is combined to make the ideal side dish or light meal.

Quick and Cheesy Spaghetti Squash

• This recipe only requires a few simple steps and very little hands-on time.
• Fresh ingredients and flavors.
• The squash bakes with feta and roasted tomatoes for the ideal meal.
• All you need is a single baking sheet! Simply throw away the parchment paper and wipe the pan clean. Easy as pie!
• Serve as a side dish or a quick meal.

Ingredients

SPAGHETTI SQUASH: Select a squash that is firm throughout. Depending on the size of the squash—which can range from 1 lb to 4 lbs—the baking time may need to be altered.

The recipe is seasoned with some basic ingredients like oregano and garlic, but feel free to substitute your preferred seasoning, such as Italian seasoning or Greek seasoning.

Tomatoes add a splash of color and a tangy, juicy taste to spaghetti boats.

Feta Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Spaghetti halves are seasoned, oiled, and filled with feta and tomatoes (per the recipe below).

1. Roast until meat is tender.
2. With a fork, split the spaghetti into strands and discard the feta and tomatoes.
3. Combine the spaghetti squash, feta, and tomatoes. Enjoy seasoning!

PRO TIP: Are you pressed for time? Use the microwave to start the spaghetti squash, then finish it in the oven.

Recipe Advice

• It can be challenging to cut the spaghetti squash in half. If you ask, many supermarkets will cut it in the produce section.
• Squash can be microwaved for four to five minutes to make it easier to cut.
• Discard the seeds or roast them the same way you would roast pumpkin seeds.
• The feta and tomatoes should be removed from the oven and put in a small bowl. To separate the squash’s strands, use a fork.

Serving Suggestions for Spaghetti Squash Boats

For a nutritious meal, serve spaghetti squash boats with a lean protein. Try baking some pork chops or chicken breasts.

Serve a cucumber-tomato salad or a light, crispy cabbage salad. Breadsticks or garlic bread as a side dish

Spaghetti Squash with Feta

A simple side dish full of flavor is feta spaghetti.

Ingredients

• 1 spaghetti about 1 1/2 lbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil divided
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
• ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
• salt & fresh black pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon oregano
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Use parchment paper to cover a baking sheet.
2. Cut spaghetti in half lengthwise & scoop out the seeds. Discard (or save for roasting) (or save for roasting).
3. Brush the cut side of the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Fill the cavity of each squash with half of the feta cheese and tomatoes. Season with additional salt & pepper and oregano.
4. Place the squash on a baking pan uncovered and bake uncovered for 40-50 minutes or until the squash is tender when poked with a fork.
5. Remove from the oven and use a spoon to place the feta cheese, tomatoes, and any juices in a small bowl.
6. Stir together to create a creamy sauce.
7. Use a fork to scrape the squash and create strands. Toss strands with butter. Add the feta and tomato mixture to the squash and mix.
8. Serve warm with additional feta cheese and parsley for garnish if desired.

Notes

It can be challenging to chop spaghetti in half. If you ask, many supermarkets will chop it in the produce section.

Squash can be microwaved for four to five minutes to make it easier to cut.

The seeds can either be thrown away or roasted similarly to pumpkin seeds.

The feta and tomatoes should be removed from the oven and put in a small bowl. To separate the squash’s threads, use a fork.

Nutrition information

Calories: 197 | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 1mg