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Mediterranean Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Feta and Olives

A delicious Mediterranean-inspired spaghetti squash recipe featuring roasted spaghetti squash tossed with fresh tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, and basil for a gluten-free side dish or vegetarian main course.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
Calories: 147

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash about 3-4 pounds, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Red pepper flakes optional, for heat

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. After halving and seeding the spaghetti squash, drizzle the cut sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Place the squash halves cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 30-35 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and easily pulls away into strands when scraped with a fork.
  4. While the squash is roasting, prepare the Mediterranean topping. In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, basil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Once the squash is done, allow it to cool for 5 minutes. Then use a fork to scrape the inside of each squash half, creating long, spaghetti-like strands. Transfer the strands to a large bowl.
  6. Add the Mediterranean topping to the spaghetti squash strands and gently toss until everything is well combined.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Sprinkle with additional feta cheese and fresh basil for garnish, and add red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature as a satisfying side dish or light main course.

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 269mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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