Baked Feta Spaghetti Squash
Oven-Baked Spaghetti Squash with Feta and Pesto recipe. Enjoy a flavorful and healthy dinner with our oven-baked spaghetti squash, topped with creamy feta, juicy tomatoes, and savory pesto.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 4 oz. feta cheese cut in half
- 8 oz. cherry or grape tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons pesto
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- Red pepper flakes
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Chopped fresh parsley optional, for serving
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Carefully slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Discard the seeds. Drizzle each cut side of the squash with olive oil and spread it evenly using a pastry brush. Season generously with salt and pepper. If squash is too hard to cut easily, see notes on my recommendations for an even cut.
- Place each half of the squash cut side up on a baking sheet. Place a piece of feta cheese into each squash cavity.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, pesto, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. Mix well to coat the tomatoes with the pesto.
- Spoon half of the tomato mixture into each squash cavity on top of the feta cheese. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil over the top.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 50-65 minutes, or until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork. The feta will become golden and the tomatoes will burst. The timing will really depend on the size of the squash and heat from your oven.
- Remove the squash from the oven and (optionally) top with everything bagel seasoning, chopped fresh parsley or more red pepper flakes. Using a fork, shred the squash into spaghetti-like strands, mixing it with the tomatoes and cheese. Serve hot.
Notes
Microwave to Soften (Optional): If the squash is particularly hard, you can microwave it for 3-5 minutes to soften the skin slightly. Pierce the skin a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape before microwaving. Let it cool for a couple of minutes before handling.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 220kcal