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Squash Recipes That Capture the Spirit of the Season

Whether you’re craving butternut squash soup or the perfect fall salad, we’ve collected squash recipes that make the most of the season.

What is more “fall” than squash? And before you try to contradict me, let me remind you that pumpkins are part of the same family. That’s what I thought! And that’s why we’ve compiled this mouth-watering list of squash recipes.

Squash comes in a wide range of varieties, but for Cozy Season, we’re specifically talking about “winter squash,” which includes butternut, spaghetti, acorn, and pumpkins. (Conversely, summer squash and zucchini are not in season right now and are softer.)

There are a zillion ways to prepare squash in the fall and winter, which is why we collected two dozen of our favorite squash recipes perfect for hearty and comforting meals, for Thanksgiving and beyond.

From soups to empanadas, fried to grilled, and acorn squash to butternut, this list has a good mix of everything you want this time of year — and then some!

Which of these squash recipes would you make first?

1
Turkey Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup Photo
Katie Jasiewicz
Turkey Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup Recipe
Turkey Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup is creamy and delicious. Use up that leftover turkey and make a hearty gluten-free, dairy free soup that everyone can join the days after Thanksgiving.
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2
Cranberry Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash Photo
Nora Rusev
Cranberry Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe
This sweet Cranberry Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash is the perfect harvest inspired side dish. The pecans make for a nice crunchy topping!
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3
Roasted Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad Photo
Jennie Phaneuf
Roasted Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad Recipe
Roasted butternut squash quinoa salad is the quintessential fall salad, and also makes a perfect Thanksgiving side dish!
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4
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup Photo
Stacey Mebs
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
This easy Instant Pot butternut squash soup is so thick and creamy and full of flavour. It’s easy to make, freezes well, and the leftovers make the perfect lunch!
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5
Sheet Pan Chicken and Squash Dinner Photo
Katie Jaciewicz
Sheet Pan Chicken and Squash Dinner Recipe
Spice up dinner with a simple but flavorful Sheet Pan Chicken and Squash dinner recipe! A delicious and easy meal to make with very few dishes to be cleaned up after dinner.
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6
Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Photo
Stacey Mebs
Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Recipe
This chicken alfredo stuffed spaghetti squash is a fantastic way to have a healthier version of a favorite comfort food! It's so easy.
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7
Harvest Acorn Squash Quinoa Salad Photo
Meghan Bassett
Harvest Acorn Squash Quinoa Salad Recipe
Harvest Acorn Squash Quinoa Salad is a rich and hearty salad to serve up at any gathering you have this fall season. With a variety of textures and ingredients, this intensely flavorful side dish pairs well with almost everything, from steak to turkey to pork. You won’t find a better celebration of harvest flavors anywhere!
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8
Paleo Buffalo Chicken Casserole with Spaghetti Squash Photo
Taylor Kiser
Paleo Buffalo Chicken Casserole with Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Paleo Buffalo Chicken Casserole with Spaghetti Squash will kick your healthy eating into high gear. There’s lots of flavor here, and the best pasta fake-out you’ll find.
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9
Fried Squash Photo
Milisa Armstrong
Fried Squash Recipe
Fried Squash will become a favorite every summer in your house. So easy, and so good!
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10
Curried Butternut Squash and Apple Soup Photo
Urvashee Patel
Curried Butternut Squash and Apple Soup Recipe
Curried Butternut Squash and Apple Soup is filled with warm spices and tart flavors from the apples. Pretty much the perfect soup if you…
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11
Spicy Butternut Squash Bread Photo
Kate Donahue
Spicy Butternut Squash Bread Recipe
Spicy Butternut Squash Bread is all you need during the cold weather months. Warm and comforting.
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12
Roasted Acorn Squash with Cranberry Sauce Photo
Lisa Grant
Roasted Acorn Squash with Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Roasted Acorn Squash with Cranberry Sauce has a sweet cranberry sauce drizzled right on top. Add roasted sunflower seeds for a little…
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13
Paleo Butternut Squash and Bacon Soup Photo
Amanda Livesay
Paleo Butternut Squash and Bacon Soup Recipe
Paleo Butternut Squash and Bacon Soup that anyone can enjoy! What’s not to love? Butternut squash, sweet potato, carrots and apples are combined with bacon to make one magical, easy soup.
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14
Broccoli Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Bake Photo
Sarah Cook
Broccoli Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Bake Recipe
Broccoli Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Bake brings comfort to winter. Healthy and satisfying.
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15
Gluten Free Crispy Squash Chips Photo
Kristy Still
Gluten Free Crispy Squash Chips Recipe
These Gluten Free Crispy Squash Chips are the perfect option for a healthier snack. They’re deliciously salty, crunchy, and better for you than the standard chip!
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16
Butternut Squash Goat Cheese Empanadas Photo
Meghan Yager
Butternut Squash Goat Cheese Empanadas Recipe
Butternut Squash Goat Cheese Empanadas with avocado dipping sauce are the ideal hearty, warm, and cheesy vegetarian handheld pies. Filled with plenty of vegetables and tangy goat cheese, the flavors dance across your taste buds in the best way! Going vegetarian for a night has never been tastier.
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17
Cheeseburger Spaghetti Squash Casserole Photo
Taylor Kiser
Cheeseburger Spaghetti Squash Casserole Recipe
This cheeseburger spaghetti squash casserole is just like a smoky burger, without the grill! It’s a great way to enjoy spaghetti squash.
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18
Butternut Squash Bisque Photo
Lauren Keating
Butternut Squash Bisque Recipe
Butternut Squash Bisque is the healthy and satisfying soup you want to start your new year off right. You won’t be able to resist it!
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19
Vanilla Roasted Butternut Squash and Pecans Photo
Kate Donahue
Vanilla Roasted Butternut Squash and Pecans Recipe
Vanilla Roasted Butternut Squash and Pecans has Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Sugar sprinkled right on top. Divine!
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20
Microwave Spaghetti Squash Photo
Joli Selten-Forbes
Microwave Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Microwave Spaghetti Squash couldn’t be easier. Use your favorite herbs to flavor up this easy pasta replacement.
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21
Yellow Squash Bread Photo
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Yellow Squash Bread
This yellow squash bread recipe has a lovely lemon glaze and makes a wonderful treat for your coffee break or during afternoon tea.
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22
Spicy Butternut Squash Photo
Urvashee Patel
Spicy Butternut Squash Recipe
Spicy Butternut Squash is mixed with a variety of spices. Kale and red onion really set this off.
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23
Spaghetti Squash Taco Skillet Photo
Kristy Still
Spaghetti Squash Taco Skillet Recipe
Spaghetti Squash Taco Skillet is a great weeknight dish that comes together in minutes. And gluten free!
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24
Spaghetti Squash Picture
Natalie Perry
Paleo Spaghetti Squash Recipe
This Spaghetti Squash Recipe uses a walnut and carrot sauce. It’s a nice, light meal, perfect for warm nights.
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