Spaghetti Squash Greek Style

Transform your weeknight dinner into a Mediterranean escape with this vibrant Spaghetti Squash Greek Style recipe! Featuring tender, roasted spaghetti squash as a low-carb base, this dish is topped with a zesty blend of cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and refreshing parsley, all brightened by a touch of lemon juice and garlic. Infused with the classic flavors of dried oregano and high-quality olive oil, this light yet satisfying meal perfectly balances health and indulgence. Ready in just about an hour with minimal hands-on effort, this gluten-free, vegetarian recipe is ideal for busy nights or a crowd-pleasing side dish. Serve it straight from the squash shell for an impressive presentation, and savor every bite of this Mediterranean-inspired delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium spaghetti squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Carefully cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.

Step 3

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil onto the cut sides of the squash, then sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 4

Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and easily separates into strands with a fork.

Step 5

While the squash is baking, prepare the Greek topping. In a medium bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, sliced kalamata olives, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, fresh parsley, dried oregano, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Using a fork, gently scrape the flesh of the squash to create 'noodles' and transfer them to a serving dish or leave it in the squash shell for a fun presentation.

Step 8

Top the spaghetti squash with the prepared Greek-style topping, evenly distributing it.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or feta cheese if desired. Enjoy your healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1428.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1295.6

Total Fat 102.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 86.8mg	0%
Sodium 4852.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.5g
Protein 19.3g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 731.5mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 1637.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.8%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 25.4%