Roasted tomatoes add sweet and rich flavor to this vegetarian caprese spaghetti squash recipe. Basil and mozzarella top off the fresh flavors. Thanks to DelCampo for helping me to share this recipe with you.
“The sum is greater than the parts? I don’t get it.” Since it was our older son asking the question, my husband explained it in his language…soccer terms. A group of 11 really good soccer players are just that individually…good. When you put them together, they can become something fantastic, even legendary.
Yep, he got it.
Caprese salads are the culinary equivalent of the same concept. Sweet tomatoes on their own…great! Fresh mozzarella cheese…you guessed it. Great. Basil…yeah, great. Put them altogether and drizzle with a fruity extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Legendary.
Since I am somewhat smitten with the caprese flavors, I try to work them into quick breads, meatballs and even frittatas.
Even spaghetti squash wasn’t safe from my obsession.
The key to any good caprese is ripe, sweet tomatoes. DelCampo recently introduced cocktail tomatoes called T’mates. They are sweet, juicy and perfect for stuffing as an appetizer.
That is, if the t’mates last that long. It’s so tempting to pop them straight into your mouth one a time, which we did with about 20 of them in under 10 minutes (I’m not kidding).
The tomatoes became even sweeter when roasted with olive oil and garlic. Be prepared for your kitchen to smell incredibly good for several hours! The whole process takes only 15 minutes, during which time you can be cooking the spaghetti squash in the microwave.
While we ate this caprese spaghetti squash as a meal, it would make a great side dish for your next backyard barbecue.
If you are looking for the T’mates in your supermarket, they are sold in recyclable cardboard containers, each holding about a dozen tomatoes.
Caprese Spaghetti Squash Recipe with Roasted Tomatoes {Vegetarian}
Ingredients
The Tomatoes:
- 10 Del Campo t'mates 11.5 ounces., cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
The Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon agave nectar or honey
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
The Spaghetti Squash:
- 1 3 pound spaghetti squash
- 2 ounces fresh mozzarella diced
- 5 fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
Instructions
The Tomatoes:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Place the tomatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the tomatoes with the olive oil, and sprinkle them with garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Roast until the tomatoes are slightly shriveled and soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Roughly chop the tomatoes and set aside.
The Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, agave (or honey) and salt.
The Spaghetti Squash:
- Using a large, sharp knife, pierce a spaghetti squash in several places.
- Place the spaghetti squash in a glass baking dish and cook in the microwave on high for about 15 minutes, turning the squash halfway through cooking.
- Before handling, let the squash stand for 10 minutes. Cut it in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds and fibers. Using a fork, twist out strands of the spaghetti squash flesh and place in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature.
- Add the roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and dressing to spaghetti squash. Toss gently to combine. Serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by DelCampo for helping me to share this recipe with you.
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Cara's Healthy Cravings says
Caprese Salads are my idea of summer! So fresh and flavour packed!
Mary Happymommy says
I love tomatoes in salad!
Elaine Haskins says
This recipe looks awesome! I love tomatoes.
Anne Weber-Falk says
Hey, this looks really good. I’ve added it to my vegetarian list of recipes. Thanks a bunch.
Nicole S says
love the unique recipe!
Zhaleh says
Excellent idea! I’ve never used fresh mozzarella in pasta before.
Katie says
This looks amazing. I love tomatoes on pasta or actually anywhere.
Lori says
I made this last night, added spinach and fresh mozzerella, delicious !
Sascha says
those tomatoes look amazing
Simone says
That looks delicious. I wouldn’t get mine to look so pretty!
Janine O says
I needed a good recipe to use my last spaghetti squash. The addition of spinach is a great idea Lori!
KalynsKitchen says
Sounds so good; I am all about Caprese salad when it’s summer!
Shoshana says
My husband and I LOVE spaghetti squash so I am always on the lookout for new recipes. This looks delicious!
Maddie (Hungry Curious) says
Yum! Love replacing pasta with spaghetti squash!
Alicia J. says
I have only used spaghetti squash for dessert. I guess I need to try it in a savory dish to see if I like it.
Anna C says
This looks perfect for summer!
Regina P. says
This is the perfect light meal for our hot summers!
Pam Gurganus says
These T’mates look so delicious! And I love the size! And your vegetarian caprese spaghetti squash recipe looks and sounds divine! Thank you for sharing!
Sunnie says
This recipe looks real good, thanks for posting it! I like tomatoes in a homemade salsa.
angel says
Perfect recipe for summer !
Ashley says
Um, YUM. Found this recipe on Pinterest and now I can’t wait to try it. I love Caprese, and I love Spaghetti Squash, but I never would have thought to combine them. Can’t wait!
Linda romer says
I love spaghetti squash. This dish looks great.
Becca from ItsYummi! says
This looks AMAZING! I love spaghetti squash, and pairing those awesome tomatoes with it just takes it over the top!
Rachel says
Looks yummy! 🙂
Maria Wolff says
This looks wonderful! I’m definitely going to make it!
Meghan Hernandez says
Looks delicious!
Michele West says
This recipe looks fantastic! Can’t wait to try it out!
Nicole N. says
This is an awesome recipe!
Carolyn Carrier-McClimon says
Looks delicious!
Bec says
That looks great I love spaghetti squash!
Kim Porter says
I’ve never tried spaghetti squash before…will most definitely try to hunt some down today!
Alessandra says
I am definitely going to try this recipe!
Kim Porter says
I’ve never tried spaghetti squash before…will need to hunt some down today!
Teri K says
I must try this recipe. Low carb and vegetarian!
sharon farrell says
Can’t wait to try this
Patricia c says
Recipe looks great, I plan to try it this weekend for a memorial day party
Alex says
Love spaghetti squash recipes!!
sarah did it! says
I LOVE spaghetti squash – there are so many goodies you can add. Can’t wait for them to come in season!
Jamie says
MMMM, this would be a perfect way to use up the spaghetti squash that is still sitting on my counter!
Kristen says
I love that you roasted the tomatoes- sooooo good!
Auntiepatch says
This looks great! I’m going to the store today!
Nichole S says
I love tomatoes fresh off the vine!
Nikki says
Now I have some dinner ideas for tonight, since the spaghetti squash is already prepped and cooked in my fridge.
Susan P. says
I love spaghetti squash and am always looking for new ways to prepare it since it is kind of bland on it’s own. This recipe looks like a winner!
Heather Mason says
Looks delicious and so healthy! Thank you!
Elizabeth says
Your Caprese Spaghetti Squash recipe looks good enough to eat!!
Julie Turner says
Love this healthy recipe!
Jodie says
Thanks for the great recipe!
CARLA says
LOVE THOSE T’MATES!!
Shira says
It looks amazing! And that picture of just the tomatoes cut up with yum on it- I want!
Ashley H says
That looks delicious! Thanks for sharing.
Darlene Peterson says
I am a fan of spaghetti squash and your recipe looks good and healthy.
kim says
I’m all about anything caprese 🙂 never had spaghetti squash but can’t wait to try this!
Laura C says
Looks delicious, healthy, and summery! Can’t beat caprese!
Erica says
I love spaghetti squash and can’t wait to try it this way. Thanks for sharing.
christina says
I’m great fan of capreses salad but I’ve never tried spsgetti squash. This recipe has me, intrigued. I’ll, be sure to try it you have the best ideas. :))
Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files says
Caprese and spaghetti squash?! My favorite low carb spaghetti dish just got madeover for summer!
Debora says
This looks absolutely wonderful! Perfect for summer…..
Debra says
Looks yummy!! Can’t wait to try it!
Debbie says
I’m always looking for new things to do with Spaghetti squash – the idea of mixing in some caprese is simply inspired! Can’t wait to give this one a try.
Deb Harrington says
Hi Dara! I love “healthy” recipes. This one sounds scrumptious! 😉 Have a wonderful evening and thank you for the opportunity 🙂
Alicia H. says
This looks amazing. I love spaghetti squash!
Rachel Henthorn says
I would love to be able to cook food that looks that good.
Sandyg265 says
This looks good
Nadine Kurland says
Spaghetti squash is an amazing vegetable!
Olivia Borer says
I love cooked tomatoes and the fact that this is gluten free is even better!
Jen says
I love spaghetti squash! And thanks for the great giveaway!
CJ Pillow says
This looks fabulous.
shari w. says
I am ready to try this recipe–looks really tasty!!
Christina says
love all the beautiful colors!
HM says
We just planted tomatoes & I can’t to try his
Janet R says
Great way to use the summer tomatoes! And I’m nuts about spaghetti squash too – awesome recipe!
Laura in Texas says
Looks yummy!
Amy @ The Nifty Foodie says
Great photo (so colorful!), and this recipe sounds delightful!
Holly B says
This looks really fantastic! I’ve had spaghetti squash with marinara before, but hadn’t ever thought of using it like this, dying to try it!
theresa krier says
hi, one of go to dishes year round is whole wheat pasta with tomatoes, a green veggi, & an egg topped with a touch of parm, this recipe looks great, thanks
Jo Derouin says
going to give this recipe a try
This mom says
This is a great alternative to my favorite Caprese salad!
Marsha says
This is one I want to try.
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says
oh my goodness! I love this recipe! so light and healthy. . great for summer! can’t wait to try it!
Leah says
Looks great
Renee says
Looks delish!
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
Love the caprese flavors with spaghetti sauce!
barbara n says
I recently tried spaghetti squash for the fist time and I am hooked!
Erica says
I’ve never tried spaghetti squash before, but this might be the recipe that pushes me to do it!
Anne [A Squared] says
One of my favorite ways to enjoy spaghetti squash!
Amanda Sakovitz says
I love tomatoes in my salad!
Thomas Murphy says
Looks good! Thanks for the giveaway.
Savanah says
Ooh, I love caprese too. Might have to try this!
Tabathia B says
I like my tomatoes in blt’s and in salads and I love them baked with seasonings
Sents Saver says
can’t wait to try out this recipe! it looks amazing!
Eileen says
This looks delicious! I love the idea of mixing up a classic caprese with spaghetti squash. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Karen G D says
This looks so good. Wish I were cooking it right now! <3 spaghetti squash!
Melissa R says
This pasta looks so good!
Rena says
that looks delicious!! pinning
Stephanie K says
Roasted tomatoes–yum!
Marina says
Looks delicious! Can’t wait to try this.
Andrea says
Yum! Now I know what I’m going to do with the spaghetti squash I have.
Karrie Millheim says
This looks so yummy!
Catherine says
I love roasted tomatoes!
Robin says
I haven’t had spaghetti squash in a while but this makes me want to get some.
Mary W says
Beautiful photos! You make this look so easy and yummy.
jen says
This look soooo good!
LauriM says
Yum, I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Elle says
Recipe looks delicious as always!!
Ilona t says
Can’t wait to try!
Amber Tinsley says
Me and my 2 year old both love spaghetti squash. I cannot wait to try out this recipe.
Patricia Caradonna says
I can’t wait to try the Caprese salad. Looks great
Lindsey H says
This looks great! Maybe it’ll be the recipe to give me the push to finally try spaghetti squash.
Blessie Nelson says
You are so ingenious! What a healthy low calorie way to make delicious pasta!
Anna Pry says
i’d like to try spaghetti squash sometime and this looks like a great recipe to try it with
Susan says
I’ll definitely be trying this during the summer. I love spaghetti squash!
Phyllis says
Looks delicious!
Laura J says
Oh that looks so good! I have never tried a spaghetti squash! I have to try this!
Jessica DeMay says
I love tomatoes! This dish looks so light and delicious!!
hannah says
Looks great!!
Lindsey Shelton says
Looks delicious!
Allison S. says
This recipe is making me hungry. Thanks for the giveaway.
Birdiebee says
Spaghetti squash is my favorite squash and I am always looking for new recipes. This is a to-die-for recipe. Thank you so much for sharing & I have pinned it to try out on my family. Yummy!
Carmen N says
That recipe looks delicious – I can’t wait to try it.
Carolyn S says
I love the variety of veggies…will be adding this to my meal plan for sure!
Courtnee Hardie says
This looks so yummy!!!
Shannon says
Looks delicious! I love spaghetti squash and tomatoes!
collette says
Pinned!
meredith says
Your recipe looks super yummy!
Angie Ukena says
Your recipe looks so yummy
Alisha Ross says
My kids are grown, but when they were younger they liked to help me bake, especially cookies. I love baking cookies, but decorating them isn’t my “thing”, so sprinkles, icing, etc was their “job”. We also liked to make pizzas and would put out bowls of toppings so they could make their own with whatever they wanted on them.