Cook the spaghetti squash.To cook spaghetti squash in the instant pot: Slice squash in half the “short way” - not horizontally. Discard seeds by removing them with a spoon. Add the steamer insert to the bottom of the instant pot, plus 1 cup of water Add the two spaghetti squash halves and pressure cook on high for 7 minutes (with top dial moved to “seal”). Once cooking is complete, move vent dial to “release” to quickly release the pressure. Once steam stops, remove squash from Instant Pot.To cook spaghetti squash in the oven: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Slice squash in half horizontally (it’s easier to cook this way in the oven). Discard seeds by removing them with a spoon. Brush inside of spaghetti squash with ~ 1 tsp olive oil on the inside of each half, then add it to a parchment paper lined baking tray face-down. Poke holes in the “skin” of the squash with a fork to help steam release as it roasts for 30-40 minutes in the oven. When the inside easily pulls apart with a fork, it is done.Let spaghetti squash cool for a few minutes, then use a fork to pull out the strands, like spaghetti, and collect them in a large bowl. Set aside.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Add the block of feta to the center of a large baking dish (a circle cake dish or oval baking dish is perfect). Add the red onion, red pepper, yellow pepper, and garlic around the feta. Drizzle olive oil on top, then sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper all over feta and vegetables. Gently toss the vegetables around the feta block with a spoon to lightly coat them with seasonings and olive oil.
Roast for 20-30 minutes or until vegetables are roasted and feta is creamy and starting to brown.
Remove baked feta mixture from the oven and immediately serve it. To do this, add a cup of spaghetti squash to a plate, then spoon the baked feta and vegetable mixture on top. Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
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Customize your add-ins. Baked feta goes well with so many different veggies! If you're looking to change things up from simple peppers, you can also add chickpeas, lemon slices, zucchini or any of your other favorite fresh ingredients.
Don't forget the bread! If you're not trying to stay low-carb, you can always serve your baked feta with peppers with warm pita bread, naan, or your favorite store-bought crackers.
Make this baked feta ahead. Plan ahead and prep this dish before serving to save time. Simply place all of your ingredients into a baking dish, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Then, when you're ready to serve, pop your pre-prepared baked feta with peppers appetizer into the oven.
Baked Feta with Peppers step-by-step video can be seen on Sip Bite Go Youtube!