A zesty and silky purée gives mild spaghetti squash a big boost of flavor for an easy and satisfying weeknight dinner. 
Spaghetti squash is one of my all time favorite things to eat during the fall and winter months. Once cooked, these golden beauties are Mother Nature’s ready-made noodles and they are fantastic! 
It’s so easy to prepare even on a busy weeknight and works beautifully as a main meal or a side dish.
Customizing this versatile squash with bright ingredients boosts its mild flavor. I love roasting it and then packing it full of goodness right in its own skin to make “boat” casseroles the whole family loves.
Check out my recipes for
Chicken Piccata Stuffed Spaghetti Squash and
Spaghetti Squash, Spinach and Turkey Lasagna Boats.
I also love removing the “noodles” and building a hearty impostor pasta dish full of texture and vibrant flavor. 
In this dish, I’m topping the spaghetti squash with a silky, smooth, AH-mazing artichoke purée. 
A jar of marinated artichokes combined with scallions, zesty lemon and vinegar, pungent garlic, and a little dijon mustard are combined in a food processor in just minutes and then spooned over the warm squash, leaving my tastebuds so satisfied. 
Creamy, briny feta and crisp, pan toasted almond slices top it off, jam packing this dish with harmonious flavors that we all need in our life. 
This dish is filling as is, but also pairs well with chicken, turkey, fish, or shrimp. You’ll want to keep that jar of artichoke purée nearby though, for dipping. I promise. 
How do you enjoy spaghetti squash?
A zesty and creamy puree gives mild spaghetti squash a big boost of flavor for an easy and satisfying weeknight dinner.
- 4-5 lb spaghetti squash roasted and "noodles" removed
- 6 ounces marinated artichokes
- 1/2 cup scallions, white and green parts reserve some of the green for garnish
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic roughly chopped
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1-2 tsp sugar
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- feta
- almond slices toasted in a pan
- reserved green parts of scallions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Roast spaghetti squash olivejude.com/how-to-make-spaghetti-squash-for-a-low-carb-noodle-alternative/
Remove the "noodles" from the skins. In a bowl, lightly toss with a drizzle of olive oil.
Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse until smooth and silky. Adjust sugar, salt, and pepper to your liking.
Spoon desired amount of puree over the "noodles." Top with the reserved scallions, feta, and toasted almonds. Enjoy while warm.
HollysBirdnest says
February 26, 2019 at 12:41 pmWow..I can’t wait to try this!! I pinned it for later!
Olive Jude says
February 27, 2019 at 7:51 amThanks so much!
Nikla Lam says
January 12, 2019 at 7:21 amThis looks so good and it helps that it is healthy. I was noticing that your food photos are so stunning. Do you mind me asking where you learned about food photography? I’m trying to really improve this skill for my site. Thanks!
Olive Jude says
January 14, 2019 at 1:29 pmThanks so much, Nikla! Your feedback means the world to me…I actually don’t have any formal training in photography. I’ve been winging it and learning as I go along, but am thrilled to hear a positive word about it.
Kristin's Peppermints and Cherries says
January 9, 2019 at 1:43 pmI just baked spaghetti squash last night and served it with meatballs and marinara sauce. My family most often ate summer squash growing up, but spaghetti squash is a regular on my menu! It’s such a fun veggie!
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 3:02 pmIt is so fun! My kids will devour it when it is draped in sauce with meatballs.
Gena says
January 9, 2019 at 1:40 pmOmg this is such a delicious thing to eat! I also add cheese when I make mine, but I switched to Mexican Panela cheese – it’s salty but is not overwhelming
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 3:02 pmOh, I don’t know this cheese. Will have to be on the lookout for it!
karen says
January 9, 2019 at 1:28 pmthis is awesome. i need to try a healthier alternative for pasta because i LOVE pasta!!!!
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 3:03 pmPasta lover here too, but this hits the spot when my jeans need a break. lol.
Katherine says
January 9, 2019 at 11:14 amOmg yum!! My husband loves spaghetti squash but I’m so sick of the usual spaghetti and meatballs with marinara lol this is the PERFECT alternative and will be such a great way to mix up the normal. Can’t wait to surprise him with this. 🙂
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 3:03 pmYay! Thrilled to hear that! Hope he loves it! My husband was a big fan and he’s not even a big artichoke eater.
Heather Gilbert says
January 9, 2019 at 10:56 amThis is so crazy! I’m making something similar to this tonight!
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 3:03 pmToo funny!
Megan says
January 9, 2019 at 10:36 amHuh! I’ve never thought of that! I’m always looking for new recipes, so I might have to try this!
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 3:04 pmHope you do! Thanks for checking it out!
Blue DeBell says
January 9, 2019 at 9:20 amThis looks so yummy! I am adding this to the meal planning
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 9:41 amThank you!
Alexandra says
January 8, 2019 at 11:06 pmWhat a delicious combination of flavours! I adore artichoke, and can only imagine it would go brilliantly with this squash salad!
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 8:38 amI’m an artichoke fan too and I want to eat this puree by the spoonful! So good!
Crystal // Dreams, etc. says
January 8, 2019 at 10:55 pmThis sounds so good! I’ll definitely have to try this out sometime!
Olive Jude says
January 9, 2019 at 8:37 amFantastic! Enjoy!
Casey the College Celiac says
January 8, 2019 at 6:34 pmLove spaghetti squash so this looks and sounds super delicious!
Olive Jude says
January 8, 2019 at 9:27 pmThanks, Casey! Hope you give it a try sometime!
Paula @ I'm Busy Being Awesome says
January 8, 2019 at 3:38 pmThis sounds delicious! I want to try this recipe
Olive Jude says
January 8, 2019 at 3:48 pmThanks! You’ll love it!
Mimi says
January 8, 2019 at 3:35 pmWow I love artichokes, such a yummy dish this is
Olive Jude says
January 8, 2019 at 3:48 pmI do too! I resisted eating this by the spoonful.
Melanie says
January 8, 2019 at 2:14 pmYum! I can’t wait to try this recipe, what a great use of squash!
Olive Jude says
January 8, 2019 at 3:49 pmYay! Thank you and enjoy!