You’ve likely learned how to roast butternut squash by now, and maybe you even know that the best way to peel it is by microwaving it and using a vegetable peeler. But if you’re just eating this fall favourite as a side dish, you’re missing out on a wealth of dinner ideas where butternut squash really shines.
Butternut squash’s creamy texture works wonderfully in pasta dishes, lending a velvety density and additional nutritional benefits (it’s particularly high in vitamins A and C). It’s also a great addition to chilis, curries and stews. We’ve gathered our favourite recipes below ― give them a try and you’ll see this squash in a whole new way.
1. Butternut Baked Ziti
Butternut Baked Ziti from How Sweet EatsHow Sweet Eats
2. Butternut Squash Quinoa Chili
Butternut Squash Quinoa Chili from How Sweet EatsHow Sweet Eats
3. Creamy Butternut Squash Alla Vodka Pasta
Creamy Butternut Squash Alla Vodka Pasta from Half Baked HarvestHalf Baked Harvest
4. Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese from Damn DeliciousDamn Delicious
5. Chickpea and Butternut Squash Tagine
Chickpea and Butternut Squash Tagine from Sweet Potato SoulSweet Potato Soul
6. Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup from Butter Be ReadyButter Be Ready
7. Butternut Squash, Mushroom and Poblano Enchiladas
Butternut Squash, Mushroom and Poblano Enchiladas from Completely DeliciousCompletely Delicious
8. Butternut Squash Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Butternut Squash Broccoli Mac and Cheese from Grandbaby CakesGrandbaby Cakes
9. Slow Cooker Saucy Thai Butternut Squash Curry with Noodles
Slow Cooker Saucy Thai Butternut Squash Curry with Noodles from Half Baked HarvestHalf Baked Harvest
10. Butternut Squash Pasta Bake
Butternut Squash Pasta Bake from Jessica In The KitchenJessica In The Kitchen
11. Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna
Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna from Half Baked HarvestHalf Baked Harvest
12. Butternut Squash and Lentil Stew
Butternut Squash and Lentil Stew from Supper With MichelleSupper With Michelle
13. Easy Butternut Squash Shells
Easy Butternut Squash Shells from How Sweet EatsHow Sweet Eats
14. Warm Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale Tortellini Salad
Warm Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale Tortellini Salad from Supper With MichelleSupper With Michelle
15. Butternut Squash Frittata
Butternut Squash Frittata from Clean Foodie CravingsClean Foodie Cravings
16. Pinto Beans and Butternut Squash Soup
Pinto Beans and Butternut Squash Soup from AfroVitalityEatsAfroVitalityEats
17. Creamy Parmesan Orecchiette with Butternut Squash and Broccolini
Creamy Parmesan Orecchiette with Butternut Squash and Broccolini from Pinch of YumPinch of Yum
18. Rajasthani Butternut and Potato Curry
Rajasthani Butternut and Potato Curry from Feasting At HomeFeasting At Home
19. Roasted Butternut Tikka Masala
Roasted Butternut Tikka Masala from Feasting At HomeFeasting From Home
20. Butternut Squash Carbonara
Butternut Squash Carbonara from Damn DeliciousDamn Delicious
21. Loaded Butternut Squash Pot Pie
Loaded Butternut Squash Pot Pie from How Sweet EatsHow Sweet Eats
22. Brown Butter Butternut Squash Pasta
Brown Butter Butternut Squash Pasta from Damn DeliciousDamn Delicious
23. Butternut Squash Skillet Lasagna
Butternut Squash Skillet Lasagna from How Sweet EatsHow Sweet It Is
