When everything turns to squash – Over 20 Healthy Squash Recipes
‘Tis the season where practically everything we touch, see or hear seems to turn to or revolve around squash! Not that I mind, really… you all know how big a fan of any and all things “gourd” I happen to be!
In that regard, I may have gotten a little carried away as I ended up picking over 20 recipes which I found worthy of getting a spot in my squash recipe roundup. If you’re anything like me, though, you’ll be all over this beautiful array of recipes and will probably want to try every single one of them, too!
Good thing squash season tends to last longer than a few weeks…
SOUPS
Curried Acorn Squash Cream Soup with Coconut Milk
This easy and healthy curried acorn squash cream soup is the perfect fall comfort food. Sweet and spicy, creamy and savory, this simple potage is also vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, vegetarian, flourless, nut-free and sugar-free.
- by One Clever Chef – Get the recipe here
Roasted Butternut Squash and Bacon Soup
According to its creator, this is by far the best butternut squash soup ever, with the help of those crisp bacon bits blended right into the soup!
- by Damn Delicious – Get the recipe here
Thai Peanut Butternut Squash Soup
Loaded with healthy ingredients like ginger, garlic, and peanut butter, and it’s a comforting vegan & gluten free fall meal!
- by Fooduzzi – Get the recipe here
SALADS
Caramelized Squash Salad with Pistachios and Goat Cheese
As beautiful as it is colorful, this salad is looks perfect in every possible way…
- by Better Homes and Gardens – Get the recipe here
Autumn Pearl Couscous Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash
This pearl couscous salad is the epitome of Autumn! Loaded with roasted butternut squash chunks, tons of sweet cranberries, nutty pecans, all tossed with Israeli couscous, and a Dijon vinaigrette.
- by Little Spice Jar – Get the recipe here
Butternut Squash and Cranberry Quinoa Salad
A healthy fall salad with delicious and clean ingredients!
- by Little Broken – Get the recipe here
Butternut Squash & Spinach Salad with Pecans, Cranberries, Pomegranate
This is a perfect Autumn or Winter salad, since it uses lots of seasonal ingredients that are available this time of the year. Healthy, gluten free, packed with nutrients and fiber!
- by Julia’s Album – Get the recipe here
SIDES
Oven Baked Spaghetti Squash
So very easy to make and so deliciously tasty, Oven Baked Spaghetti Squash might very well become your favorite pasta replacement!
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Honey Glazed Hasselback Butternut Squash
As elegant as it is delicious, this Honey Glazed Hasselback Butternut Squash is guaranteed to be the star of any dinner table.
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Candied Butternut Squash – With Pecans and Raisins
This Candied Butternut Squash is so tasty, you don’t even need to be a fan of squash to enjoy it! It goes good with practically everything, any time of day!
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Oven Roasted Butternut Squash
So simple yet so elegant, Oven Roasted Butternut Squash is a tasty and versatile side dish that goes good with just about anything, any time of day!
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Bacon Roasted Butternut Squash
Just three simple ingredients combine to create this fabulous side dish: bacon, butternut squash and fresh thyme.
- by Unsophisticook – Get the recipe here
MAIN
Butternut Squash Mac ‘N Cheese
Kids demand Mac ‘N Cheese but you’d prefer a healthier option? This Butternut Squash Mac ‘N Cheese is the perfect solution! They’ll never be able to tell…
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Kale Ground Beef Butternut Squash One Pot Pasta
So delicious, you won’t believe it’s also so good for you! Even the kiddos will be all over it…
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry
Bring an exotic taste to your table with this totally vegetarian Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry. So good, you’ll want to add it to your regular rotation!
- by Yours Truly – Get the recipe here
Butternut Squash Chili
This Butternut Squash Chili is made for all those chilly evenings. Gather the family around the table and warm up with a delicious bowl of this hearty and healthy dinner.
- by Chew Out Loud – Get the recipe here
Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Healthy Spaghetti Squash Casserole with ground turkey, tomatoes and Italian spices. Easy, CHEESY, and a crowd pleaser. Low carb, freezer friendly recipe!
- by Well Plated – Get the recipe here
Stuffed Butternut Squash with Quinoa Cranberries and Kale
Delicious, healthy Stuffed Butternut Squash with Quinoa, Cranberries, Kale, and Chickpeas. An easy, satisfying vegetarian recipe that’s perfect for fall!
- by Well Plated – Get the recipe here
BAKED GOODS
Apple and butternut squash muffins
Apple and butternut squash muffins are a great, healthy fall treat – delicious for breakfast or packing in school lunches!
- by Family Food – Get the recipe here
Roasted Butternut Squash Cornbread
Savoury, buttery cornbread made from the flesh of roasted butternut squash. This cold-weather staple pairs well with any soup, stew, or chili, and is a wonderful way to feature squash at your table this season. Bonus: this recipe makes a double batch so you can freeze a loaf for later!
- by The Cinnamon Scrolls – Get the recipe here
Paleo Butternut Squash Pancakes
Make the perfect stack of soft and sweet butternut squash pancakes, with safe ingredients and toddler approved taste!
- by Raising Generation Nourished – Get the recipe here
