Want to try some of the winter squash you see piled high at the market, but don’t know where to start? Here’s a whole list, with options for some of the most common varieties – but no sugar pumpkin!
I get it, using new ingredients can be intimidating and lead people to pass over unfamiliar produce when they’re grocery shopping. But, I’d hate for that to be why you never experience Kabocha, acorn, delicata or any other winter squash!
In this list I divided the recipes up by type of squash, as opposed to breakfast/lunch/dinner/etc. in the hopes that it’d be easier to navigate based on what squash you’re aiming to use up! Now, I don’t have EVERY type of winter squash featured here, but like I said in the introduction, I’m covering some of the most common winter squash so that this list is accessible to many.
Best Vegan Winter Squash Recipes
In this recipe round up I've included amazing, vegan recipes that use some of the most popular winter squashes available. BUT, I've left out pumpkin/sugar pumpkin as I feel it gets enough love on its own. 😉 In this list, squashes are listed from A-Z: Acorn Squash, Butternut Squash, Delicata Squash, Kabocha Squash, and Spaghetti Squash.
Acorn Squash
This squash is widely available, and though it often is seen with a deep green hue, it can also be orange or multi-colored! It's not the sweetest of the winter squash so it's super versatile in any type of recipe.
For a really straight-forward tutorial on how to roast this squash, Make It Dairy Free has in all explained!
Gear up for Fall with this recipe for Farro-Stuffed Acorn Squash! Easy-to-make, with amazing flavors, and healthy to-boot! Vegan, Soy-free
This warming, easy-to-make soup is perfect for sustaining you through winter, and for making big batches of to save for later! Plus, the curry-roasted seeds and squash chips add wonderful texture to this silky-smooth soup.
There are thousands of stuffed acorn squash recipes, but this quinoa-stuffed squash entree from Dora's Table has Mexican flair with its Pipian Rojo sauce.
This focaccia is fluffy, savory, and topped with some of winter's best ingredients: squash, rosemary, and cranberries! The vegan feta doesn't hurt either.
A filling and unique meal of a squash hash + tofu spinach scramble served in toasted corn tortillas. If you've not had breakfast tacos before, it's never too late to try them out!
Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is another tremendously popular winter squash that has an odd shape and pale-peach-tan rind. It has a slightly sweet flavor, and not a ton of seeds inside.
Squash is always a great base for a creamy soup, but I love the addition of protein-rich lentils to this recipe from Plant Based On a Budget
This dump-and-bake style casserole is going to become your newest Fall and Winter dinner staple! No boiling or pre-cooking, just ease, flavor, and plenty of servings!
Comforting, satiating, and filled with fall flavors, this Instant Pot Chanterelle Squash Risotto really hits the spot! With using a multi-cooker for this recipe, you bypass the high-maintenance process of making risotto. But, you still get a luscious and tasty end-product.
This savory winter salad includes pops of tartness from dried cranberries, delicious roasted squash, and a homemade seitan "chicken" recipe!
Luscious and comforting, this butternut squash, coconut milk soup makes for a great, weeknight dinner paired with a nice piece of toasted, crusty bread.
You can never go wrong with a breaded, non-dairy mac and cheese like this one from Jessican in the Kitchen!
Don't let the name fool you, this soup is totally plant-based, and instead of being a creamy squash soup, it pairs butternut with vegan bacon and a smoky, brothy base.
This salad is quite the show-stopper with it's creamy dressing, sugared cranberries, roasted squash and brussels, plus peppery arugula.
This butternut pasta from Healthy Simple Yum isn't quite like the mac and cheese before it, instead of using vegan milk and butter for creaminess, it uses cashews for a rich sauce and is loaded up with seasonal herbs!
Delicata Squash
These oblong-shaped squash are quite adorable in my opinion! And because they have thin "meat" and are smaller in size, they're super easy to chop and slice.
This gluten-free stuffing option is filled with fall flavors and features some beautiful ribs of delicata squash.
While squash may not be the super-star of this recipe, it lends a subtle sweetness to this red cabbage soup that rounds out the flavors oh-so well.
If you have a favorite cous-cous salad recipe, stuff it in a roasted delicata squash for a beautiful and tasty serving suggestion.
A luscious, creamy, vegan bisque filled with winter vegetables, herbs and cashews; topped with crispy sage, shallots and homemade croutons.
When the holidays come around, the pressure is on for plant-based dishes to deliver. Wow your friends and family with this easy-to-prepare Celebration Roast Centerpiece!
Kabocha Squash
I find that kabocha squash is highly underated in North American cooking! That could be because it is a Japanese squash, but you can oftentimes find them in many grocery stores. They are similar to buttercup squash in flavor, but have a forest-green rind and BRIGHT orange inside.
Warming red curry with squash and chickpeas makes this recipe from Rainbow Plant Life perfect for chilly winter evenings!
Move over soups and stews, these squash-filled enchiladas are a wonderfully delectable entree for utilizing kabocha squash.
This centerpiece is great for those looking for a gluten-free alternative to your standard seitan roasts! It stays one of the most popular holiday recipes on my blog!
You can't read the name of this squash-pepper pasta without salivating right? Me neither.
This Hot Pot is a more traditional use of kabocha squash and should definitely be added to your to-make list!
Need a quick and easy side dish for your holiday dinner? Try out this air-fried kabocha squash recipe!
To ring in the winter season, I've brought a squash recipe to the table! This Kabocha Squash Feta Salad is booming with flavor and color.
Couldn't have a squash recipe round up without including some baked goods! Here kabocha and bananas join forces to create a tasty breakfast bread.
Spaghetti Squash
I remember my mom getting SUPER into spaghetti squash around 2007, and its for good reason! This large, light yellow squash can make for a great substitute for pasta.
The Best Way to Cook and Cut Spaghetti Squash (Whole Baked Spaghetti Squash)
Monson Made This has a GREAT guide on how to really get the best bang for your buck when it comes to roasting spaghetti squash.
Love the mixture of sauces in these spaghetti squash pasta bowls! You get so many good flavors from chickpea sausage, pesto, and marinara.
A filling and delicious, Mushroom Lentil Spaghetti Squash Casserole that is low on fat and high on protein and fiber!
These savory, (vegan) cheesy, lasagna boats are a dream come true!
Pumpkin Spice Ramen with Spaghetti Squash Noodles and Char Siu Shiitakes (WFPB + Gluten Free)
An unconventional take on ramen, spaghetti squash is used here as a gluten-free alternative to wheat noodles, and served in a brothy base with umami-filled mushrooms.
This oil-free bread recipe is absolutely blowing my mind! And the texture looks incredible.
Ta-dah! Hope you find this list to be super helpful and if you have any of your favorite squash dishes, let me know the names of them in the comments! <3
