Best 7 Greek Style Salad With Spaghetti Squash Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the heart of the Mediterranean with our Greek-style salad featuring spaghetti squash, a delightful low-carb alternative to pasta. This vibrant and flavorful dish combines the freshness of crisp vegetables, the tanginess of feta cheese, the savory notes of olives and sun-dried tomatoes, and the delicate sweetness of spaghetti squash, all harmoniously blended with a zesty dressing. This recipe offers a unique and healthy twist on the classic Greek salad, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals or those seeking a lighter and more nutritious meal.

In addition to the main recipe, we've curated a collection of three additional delectable recipes to satisfy your culinary cravings. Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai, a delightful fusion of Thai and Italian cuisines, where spaghetti squash takes center stage as a healthy substitute for rice noodles. Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Mexico with our Spaghetti Squash Enchilada Casserole, a tantalizing dish that combines the bold flavors of Mexican spices, tender chicken, and the unique texture of spaghetti squash. And for a hearty and comforting meal, try our Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Soup, a luscious blend of classic lasagna flavors transformed into a satisfying soup, featuring layers of spaghetti squash, cheese, and a rich tomato sauce. With these diverse recipes, you'll embark on a culinary adventure that showcases the versatility and deliciousness of spaghetti squash.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK SPAGHETTI SQUASH SALAD



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We love this dish as a meatless main meal or a side dish with baked or grilled chicken.

Provided by Pam Fullenweider

Categories     Salads

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 baked spaghetti squash (about 3 cups)
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 cup unsalted canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
1/2 English cucumber (peeled and diced)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
2 cups fresh baby spinach (leaves torn)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
kosher salt (to taste)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
kalamata olives (for garnish)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic (minced)
juice of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Add dressing ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
  • Combine squash, onion, tomatoes, chickpeas, cucumber, thyme, spinach, red pepper flakes, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Add dressing to taste and toss to combine.
  • Serve warm or cold topped with feta and olives.

GREEK STYLE SPAGHETTI SQUASH SALAD



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An unusual combination that works quite well! The subtle taste of the spaghetti squash goes well with the stronger tastes of feta, kalamata olives, and oregano. From Cooking Light, 1998. Serves 4 as a main dish, or 8 as a side dish. Prep time includes chilling.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 side servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano (crushed in your hand before adding)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups cooked spaghetti squash, cut to desired lengths
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup diced cucumber
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper (or red/yellow/orange if you don't like green)
1/4 cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons chopped pitted kalamata olives
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas)

Steps:

  • (To cook the spaghetti squash, if you haven't yet: preheat oven to 350 degrees F; slice the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds; poke holes all over the squash with the tip of a knife; spray a cooking sheet with pan spray and bake the squash halves face down for 30 to 40 minutes or until easily pierced by a fork; let cool until they can be handled, then gently scoop out the insides with a fork - they will form into spaghetti-like strands).
  • In a bowl, combine the vinegars, olive oil, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and garlic and whisk well.
  • In another bowl, combine the squash, tomato, cucumber, feta, bell pepper, onion, onions, olives, and garbanzo beans, then add the whisked vinegar mixture and toss well.
  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

GREEK STYLE SPAGHETTI SQUASH SALAD



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If you want to make this salad vegan, simply omit the feta cheese and sub in some kalamata olives.

Provided by Dani Spies

Categories     DIET     LUNCH     salad + dressing

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups of COOKED spaghetti squash
1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1/4 cup fresh basil (sliced)
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 garlic cloves (crushed)
1 tsp. dried oregano
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine spaghetti squash, cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, and fresh basil.
  • In a small separate bowl or spouted cup, combine extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk together and then drizzle the dressing over the veggies.
  • Gently toss everything together and serve. Enjoy!
  • To learn more about spaghetti squash check outthis 101 video.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 446 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GREEK-STYLE SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH SHRIMP



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The salty feta and olives are so great with the plump, sweet shrimp and the buttery strands of squash. This dish is great hot, but also delicious at room temperature. Try different herbs if you like. This was a very big hit in my house.

Provided by Katie Workman

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 pound peeled and cleaned extra-large shrimp
1/2 cup chopped onion
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups diced tomatoes
1/2 cup roughly chopped kalamata olives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the spaghetti squash in half and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Place the halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until the halves look somewhat wrinkly and collapsed, about 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes.
  • Use a fork to scrape the inside of the squash to form spaghetti-like strands and transfer to a large serving bowl.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a very large, deep skillet (or even a large Dutch oven or pot). Add the garlic and saute until just golden, about 30 seconds. Add the shrimp and onion, season with salt and pepper and saute until the shrimp are pink and almost cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes, olives and oregano and saute until the mixture is hot and the shrimp are cooked through, another 2 minutes.
  • Turn the shrimp mixture into the serving bowl and toss with the spaghetti squash. Sprinkle with the feta and serve.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH GREEK STYLE



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Baked spaghetti squash tossed with feta cheese, sautéed onions, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and fresh basil. Found this recipe on another recipe site. Since DH can't eat carbs anymore due to his gastric bypass, this is a healthy substitute.

Provided by mandabears

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 spaghetti squash
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
2 tablespoons basil, fresh and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cut spaghetti squash in half and remove seeds.
  • Place cut side down on baking sheet.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until a knife can be inserted easily into squash.
  • Remove from oven and cool slightly until it can be handled easily.
  • Meanwhile heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook onion, stirring constantly until fragrant.
  • Stir in tomatoes and cook until tomatoes are warmed.
  • Shred spaghetti squash with a fork and place in a large bowl.
  • Toss squash with tomatoes, feta cheese, olives and basil.
  • Serve warm.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH SALAD



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I've tried other spaghetti squash recipes, but I like this one since it's so crisp, colorful and fun. Plus, it can be a side dish or a relish.-Patricia Aurand, Findlay, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 spaghetti squash (about 2-1/2 pounds)
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 cup sugar
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Fill pan with hot water to a depth of 1/2 in. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until tender. When cool enough to handle, scoop out the squash, separating strands with a fork. Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl; add the squash and stir well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon as a salad or as a relish with burgers and hot dogs. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GREEK SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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Greek olives and feta cheese lend an ethnic flare to this colorful entree created by our Test Kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium spaghetti squash (2 pounds)
1 boneless skinless chicken breast half (6 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1/3 cup chopped pitted Greek olives
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15-18 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute the chicken, onion, red pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, salt and pepper in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the spinach, artichokes and olives; cook until spinach is wilted. , When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve chicken mixture over 2 cups of squash; sprinkle with feta cheese. (Save remaining squash for another use.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 24g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 824mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a ripe spaghetti squash. A ripe spaghetti squash will have a deep yellow color and a firm, heavy feel. Avoid spaghetti squash that is green or has soft spots.
  • Roast the spaghetti squash until it is tender. The spaghetti squash should be roasted until it is fork-tender. This will take about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Use a fork to scrape the spaghetti squash into strands. Once the spaghetti squash is roasted, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands.
  • Add your favorite toppings. The Greek-style salad with spaghetti squash can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as feta cheese, Kalamata olives, red onion, and cucumber.
  • Drizzle with a dressing. The Greek-style salad with spaghetti squash can be dressed with a variety of dressings, such as a vinaigrette, a lemon-tahini dressing, or a Greek yogurt dressing.

Conclusion:

The Greek-style salad with spaghetti squash is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover spaghetti squash. The roasted spaghetti squash adds a unique texture and flavor to the salad, and the Greek-inspired toppings and dressing make it a flavorful and satisfying meal.

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