Spinach Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Spinach Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

A light, cheesy, nutrient-packed spaghetti squash stuffed with sautéed spinach, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and a creamy ricotta–feta blend. Perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner!

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 35–40 minutes

Total: 45–50 minutes

Servings:2

 Ingredients

For the Squash

1 medium spaghetti squash, halved and seeded

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt & pepper

Spinach Filling

1 tbsp olive oil

3 cups fresh spinach, chopped

1 small onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

¼ cup ricotta cheese

¼ cup crumbled feta

2 tbsp grated parmesan

½ tsp oregano

½ tsp chili flakes

 Instructions

1. Roast the squash

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

Brush squash halves with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Place cut-side down on a baking sheet.

Bake 30–35 minutes or until strands shred easily.

2. Make the spinach filling

Heat oil in a pan.

Saute onion until soft.

Add garlic → cook 30 seconds.

Add spinach and cook until wilted.

Add cherry tomatoes.

Remove from heat and mix in ricotta, feta, parmesan, and oregano.

3. Stuff the squash

Shred the cooked squash with a fork to loosen the strands.

Add the spinach-cheese filling into each half.

Return to oven and bake 5–7 minutes until lightly golden.

Notes & Tips

Add cooked chicken for extra protein.

Swap ricotta with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

Add olives or mushrooms for more Mediterranean flavor.

 Nutritional Information 

Calories: ~310 kcal

Protein: ~16 g

Carbs: ~32 g

Fat: ~14 g

Fiber: ~6 g

 

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