Add the spaghetti squash and arugula or spinach to the sauce and toss with tongs until the squash strands are evenly coated with sauce. Stir in ½ cup of the feta cheese. Remove squash from oven and set aside to cool enough to be easily handled.

Ingredients of Spaghetti Squash with Turkey Meatballs, Arugula, Artichokes and Olives

  1. Prepare of Turkey Meatballs.
  2. Prepare 1 of Spaghetti Squash.
  3. It's 1 c of EVOO.
  4. Prepare 1/2 of Apple Cider Vinegar.
  5. You need 1 tsp of Oregano.
  6. It's 1 tsp of Thyme.
  7. You need 3 c of Arugula, roughly chopped.
  8. It's 1 can of Artichoke Hearts, drained and quartered.
  9. It's 1/2 c of Kalamata Olives, seeds removed.

Spaghetti Squash with Turkey Meatballs, Arugula, Artichokes and Olives step by step

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. (the meatballs can be cooked at the same time as the squash if needed, start the meatballs about 30 minutes in advance).
  2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half and place, cut side down, onto a baking sheet. Add 2 cups of water to the pan and bake for 30-40 minutes until squash is very tender..
  3. Make the dressing, whisk together oil, vinegar, oregano and thyme. Season with salt and set aside..
  4. When the squash is baked, remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Using a towel, hold the squash and use a fork to separate the stands of the squash, scraping them into a large bowl..
  5. Add arugula, artichokes and olives to the squash, toss to combine. Pour dressing over squash mixture and toss to coat.
  6. To serve, place squash mixture onto a serving plate and garnish with meatballs.

It doesn't get much easier that this for a quick and easy meal. My favorite topping for spaghetti squash is chili, but feel free to use any topping that suits your taste. This is a perfect way to get veggies into the kids' meals. Looking for a simple side or an easy weeknight main packed with vegetables? Try one of our top spaghetti squash recipes from the chefs at Food Network.

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