{"id":422875,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:25","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=422875"},"modified":"2026-02-10T19:54:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T12:54:27","slug":"pumpkin-and-squash-winter-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/pumpkin-and-squash-winter-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Easy Pumpkin and Squash Winter Recipes You\u2019ll Love to Make This Season!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the winter chill settles in, there&#8217;s nothing quite like the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and squash to brighten up your kitchen. These seasonal ingredients not only bring cozy vibes but also pack a nutritious punch. Get ready to explore two delightful recipes that will fill your home with delicious aromas and your belly with warmth!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/pumpkin-and-squash-winter-recipes\/#Creamy_Pumpkin_Soup\" >Creamy Pumpkin Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/pumpkin-and-squash-winter-recipes\/#Roasted_Butternut_Squash_Salad\" >Roasted Butternut Squash Salad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creamy_Pumpkin_Soup\"><\/span>Creamy Pumpkin Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7214488\/pexels-photo-7214488.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Creamy Pumpkin Soup\" title=\"Creamy Pumpkin Soup\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Hanna Pad on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/bread-food-plate-salad-7214488\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Azure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pumpkin-soup-classic-and-easy-1760375798.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin Soup - Classic and Easy\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/classic-pumpkin-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pumpkin Soup &#8211; Classic and Easy<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (259 reviews). Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Fuchsia\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/creamy-roasted-pumpkin-soup-1760375798.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cookieandkate.com\/creamy-vegan-pumpkin-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Cookie and Kate<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (358 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:White\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/creamy-pumpkin-soup-recipe-1760375798.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Pumpkin Soup Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/easy-pumpkin-soup-261960\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Pumpkin Soup Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchn<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (24 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This creamy pumpkin soup is like a warm hug in a bowl. With its rich, velvety texture and a hint of spice, it\u2019s the perfect dish to warm up on a cold day. You\u2019ll be amazed at how easy it is to whip up this delightful soup that tastes like it\u2019s been simmering for hours!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin puree<\/li>\n<li>1 medium onion, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>2 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1 cup coconut milk<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil for saut\u00e9ing<\/li>\n<li>Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this creamy pumpkin soup special is its simplicity and the way it brings out the natural sweetness of the pumpkin. The combination of coconut milk and spices creates a harmony of flavors that dances on your palate. Plus, it&#8217;s a fantastic way to sneak in some veggies, making it a nutritious choice for the whole family.<\/p>\n<p>To make it, start by saut\u00e9ing the onions and garlic in olive oil until they\u2019re soft and fragrant. Then, add the pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, and spices, letting it simmer for about 20 minutes. Finally, stir in the coconut milk for that luscious creaminess. Blend it all together for a smooth finish, and top it off with parsley for a pop of color!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-the-best-creamy-pumpkin-soup-1760375806.jpg\" alt=\"How To Make The Best Creamy Pumpkin Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GA-fCgJykEw\" target=\"_blank\">How To Make The Best Creamy Pumpkin Soup<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pumpkin-soup-recipe-how-to-make-creamy-pumpkin-soup-1760375806.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin Soup Recipe | How to Make Creamy Pumpkin Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=d5PoKu6cub4\" target=\"_blank\">Pumpkin Soup Recipe | How to Make Creamy Pumpkin Soup<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-pumpkin-curry-soup-with-coconut-milk-1760375806.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Pumpkin Curry Soup with Coconut Milk\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ooyAQLsq3Ug\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Pumpkin Curry Soup with Coconut Milk<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roasted_Butternut_Squash_Salad\"><\/span>Roasted Butternut Squash Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/4899793\/pexels-photo-4899793.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Salad\" title=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Denys Gromov on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-shot-of-a-dish-on-a-plate-4899793\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:IndianRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/butternut-squash-salad-1760375803.jpg\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/butternut-squash-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Butternut Squash Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Love and Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (72 reviews). Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:MistyRose\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/roasted-butternut-squash-salad-1760375803.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tastesbetterfromscratch.com\/roasted-butternut-squash-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Roasted Butternut Squash Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Tastes Better From Scratch<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (47 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/butternut-squash-salad-1760375803-1.jpg\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.budgetbytes.com\/butternut-squash-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Butternut Squash Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Budget Bytes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews). Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This roasted butternut squash salad is a vibrant dish bursting with flavors and textures that will make your taste buds sing! It&#8217;s a delightful mix of sweet, savory, and tangy elements, perfect for a light lunch or a side dish during the holidays. The warm squash paired with fresh greens creates an irresistible combination.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed<\/li>\n<li>3 cups mixed greens (like arugula and spinach)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup walnuts, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup dried cranberries<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp balsamic vinegar<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This salad shines not just in flavor, but also in its beautiful presentation. The roasted butternut squash adds a caramelized sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the tangy feta and crunchy walnuts. Each bite is a delightful mix of textures, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate.<\/p>\n<p>Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness, making each piece tender and flavorful. Toss it with mixed greens, feta, walnuts, and cranberries for a burst of color and flavor. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and you\u2019ve got a dish that\u2019s as tasty as it is pretty!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warm up your winter with these two deliciously simple pumpkin and squash recipes that will have you craving cozy flavors all season long.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":549439,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[3936],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-422875","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-vegetables","tag-winter-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/422875","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=422875"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/422875\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/549439"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=422875"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=422875"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=422875"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=422875"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}