9 Healthy Squash Recipes for the Fall (2024)

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I am thinking the fall is finally here now. The leaves in my yard are slowly turning that yellowish orange color, and pretty soon we will get some….dare I say….snow? It’s unfortunate but in Calgary we get some of the most ridiculous weather, like snow in August, or heat waves in January. Oh well, for right now I’m focusing on the harvest and delicious healthy squash recipes.

For this post I have enlisted in some of the best food bloggers out there to help me out. I scoured the internet and found 9 delicious and creative recipes for different ways to use squash, and these ones don’t disappoint. I love healthy squash recipes. There are so many things you can do with them and so many types!

Don’t worry though, I am taking zero credit for these recipes. I promise. Each picture comes with a link to the recipe and of course I’m giving the blogger all kinds of food blogger love. We have to stick together and look after one another you know! I simply want to share with my followers some amazing food bloggers, introduce them to you and their wonderful creations. These are also in no particular order. I love all of these recipes equally. I know I think I have talked too much! On with the recipes!

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1. Gluten Free Butternut Squash Caramel Cake Bars

Sandi Gaertner is the genius behind Fearless Dining. Her specialty is gluten free baking and she does such a great job. You would never guess that so many of her recipes are completely gluten free. Sandi found out years ago that her whole family has tested postive for gluten intolerance and that drove her to come up with delicious solutions that work well for her families needs. Her blog also showcases restaurants in the Bay area that have gluten free options and she posts information on her blog. Also, look at these bars! They look so fantastic!

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2. Fettuccine in a Creamy Butternut Squash Sage Sauce

The Complete Savorist is the home of Michelle De La Cerda. She is a food blogger who can trace her cooking roots back to her Grandmothers kitchen when she was a little girl. Her recipes are simple, but so delicious. She has quite the story about her personal journey on her About Me page. She is a great person and her blog is full of full flavored recipes. Squash and sage go so well together and Michelle nails this recipe right on the head!

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3. Maple Roasted Pumpkin with Chili and Feta

Nagi Maehashi is behind the food blog RecipeTin Eats. She lives in Australia and has had the opportunity to travel all over the world. Her recipes are designed to be simple, everyday recipes that are fast and fresh. Her blog is full of tasty delicious recipes and this pumpkin recipe doesn’t disappoint!

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4. Spaghetti Squash Lasanga Boats

Lindsay from Pinch of Yumhas probably some of the best food photography out there. Her and her husband Bjork have been running their blog full time for the last couple of years and it is very popular not just among food bloggers, but everyone who is craving a good recipe. They are a great resource for setting up your own food blog and use simple methods to create their dishes. Spaghetti squash is one of my favorites and these lasagna boats look absolutely addicting. Way to go Lindsay!

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5. Butternut Squash Fritters

Chungah Rhee runs the very popular Damn Delicious food blog. She gets millions of views to her blog every month and with pictures like this, are you surprised? She resides in California and creates simple dishes that any home cook can create any day of the week. These fritters do look pretty delicious. Dare I say, damn delicious?

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6. Mashed Acorn Squash

This simple mashed acorn squash dish was created by Katie at Wellness Mama. Her focus is all about creating simple healthy recipes that are nutrient dense and more natural. Having kids really helps you figure out your priorities in life and having her first one made her decide to do something about how her and her family ate.

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7. Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar

Skinny Tastehas been featured on many other blogs and websites. Gina hom*olka is the creative mind behind this food blog and she has done everything from create healthy cookbooks and be featured on the food network. Her recipes are full flavored and focus on being full flavored while still being healthy and nutrient dense.

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8. Butternut Squash Mac ‘n Cheese

Angela created the Oh She Glowsfood blog over 6 years ago and has over 500 recipes and growing. She is an award winning blogger that has created best selling cookbooks, and a lot of her recipes are gluten and allergen free. This butternut squash mac ‘n cheese looks pretty amazing if I do say so myself!

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9. Roasted Delicata Squash

Darya Rose is the person behind Summer Tomatoand is a neuroscience Ph.D as well as author. She teaches you simple methods about how to get healthier and happier without dieting. I really liked this recipe because delicata is a squash that isn’t used nearly as much as a butternut or acorn squash and it has such a good flavor. This is such a simple recipe.

Fall is one of my favorite times of year for ingredients, and I’ve used squash in my fair share of recipes. One of my favorites would be one of my recent posts for a gluten free chicken noodle soup using spaghetti squash as the noodles. This ingredient is so versatile and I thank these bloggers for creating these healthy squash recipes.

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9 Healthy Squash Recipes for the Fall (2024)

FAQs

What is the healthiest squash you can eat? ›

1. Butternut Squash. One of the most popular varieties of squash, it can be use in so many ways. It's one of the most rich in Vitamin A, boasting about 100% of the recommended daily value per cup, in the antioxidant form of beta-carotene.

What is the best tasting fall squash? ›

Butternut squash have some of the best flavor of all! Butternut cultivars are pretty consistent when it comes to flavor. All have richly sweet, nutty flesh favored for all kinds of fall and winter cookery.

Is squash good for high blood pressure? ›

One of the many reasons squash is in high demand during the colder seasons is its high fiber and nutritional density. Some health benefits include improving blood pressure, supporting gut health, and decreasing your risk for certain diseases. There are over 100 kinds of summer and winter squash.

What is the most flavorful squash? ›

  1. 1 • Delicata / Sweet Dumpling. These are the most delectable of the pepo squashes, often much sweeter than their close cousins, the green acorns. ...
  2. 2 • Kabocha. ...
  3. 3 • Butternut. ...
  4. 4 • Acorn. ...
  5. 5 • Spaghetti. ...
  6. 6 • Buttercup. ...
  7. 7 • Hubbard.

Which squash is anti-inflammatory? ›

Butternut Squash's high antioxidant content may have anti-inflammatory benefits, helping to reduce your risk of inflammation-related disorders like rheumatoid arthritis.

Is squash a good carb or bad carb? ›

Contrary to popular belief, squash is botanically classified as a fruit, not a vegetable. This is because it grows from flowers and has seeds. But squash brings the best of both produce worlds when it comes to health benefits. “They're all relatively low in carbs, high in fiber and nutrient-dense,” says Sommer.

Which squash tastes most like potato? ›

Winter Squash 'Mashed Potato' is a white-skinned acorn-type with almost white flesh that when baked, scooped out, mashed and seasoned has the look and taste of mashed potato.

What kind of squash is in Panera autumn? ›

Our Autumn Squash Soup is a blend of butternut squash, pumpkin, honey, apple juice, cinnamon, curry, and sweet cream, then topped with roasted, salted pumpkin seeds.

Which tastes better butternut or acorn squash? ›

Acorn squash is milder in taste and slightly more fibrous in texture than butternut squash: Its sweet, nutty flavor is additionally muted by the watery character of its flesh. Still, most recipes that call for acorn squash can be made with another members of the squash family, such as Hubbard or butternut.

What is the number one vegetable to lower blood pressure? ›

Make at least one of your daily vegetable servings a dark leafy green like arugula, cabbage, kale or spinach for potentially greater blood pressure benefits. A serving of leafy greens is 1 cup of raw greens or ½ cup cooked greens.

What is the number one fruit to lower blood pressure? ›

The top fruits for lowering blood pressure include bananas, apples, pears, apricots, grapes, raisins, kiwis, mangoes, watermelon, pomegranate, plums, prunes, avocado, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, tomatoes, citrus fruit, berries, and more.

Can you eat too much squash? ›

While the high beta-carotene content in squash can provide many benefits, studies also suggest that consuming too much of this compound can increase the risk of lung cancer. In addition, some types of prepared squash include high amounts of added sugar.

What is the healthiest squash to buy? ›

Acorn squash, delicata squash, and butternut squash are just a few examples of winter squash that are as nutritious as they are delicious. Try incorporating the winter squash varieties listed above into your diet this fall and winter for an easy way to care for your health from the inside out.

What squash tastes like a sweet potato? ›

The delicata squash has a moist, creamy yellow flesh that tastes and smells like a blend of corn, butternut squash and sweet potato. It is often referred to as the sweet potato squash. They are best eaten when steamed or baked.

What is the yummiest squash? ›

Winter Squash Ranked

After tasting each of these squash, here are my favorites from favorite to least favorite. Honeynut Squash: The sweetness and flavor made this a clear winner. Delicata Squash: This is actually tied with acorn squash and both are similar in texture and flavor which is why they are ranked at the top.

Which squash has the highest nutrition? ›

So which winter squash is the overall nutrient heavyweight? Acorn squash wins the match. It offers more folate, calcium, magnesium (nearly one-third of a day's worth in one cup) and potassium than butternut, hubbard and spaghetti squash.

Is yellow squash healthier raw or cooked? ›

Raw yellow squash is the way to go if you are looking for a high source of vitamin C and water content. On the other hand, if you want to increase the bioavailability of nutrients and the availability of beta-carotene, cooking your yellow squash is the better option.

Is acorn or butternut squash healthier? ›

Acorn squash: It has less vitamin A than butternut but provides even more fiber (9 grams per cup) and potassium (896 mg).

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