{"id":422888,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=422888"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:04","slug":"squash-main-dish-winter-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/squash-main-dish-winter-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Delicious Winter Recipes Featuring Squash as the Star Main Dish"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As winter settles in, the chill in the air invites us to cozy up with warm, hearty meals. Squash, with its rich flavor and comforting texture, is perfect for this season. Let\u2019s explore a couple of mouth-watering recipes that showcase this versatile vegetable, guaranteed to warm your heart and delight your taste buds!<\/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\/squash-main-dish-winter-recipes\/#Roasted_Butternut_Squash_Risotto\" >Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto<\/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\/squash-main-dish-winter-recipes\/#Stuffed_Acorn_Squash_with_Quinoa_and_Cranberries\" >Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Cranberries<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roasted_Butternut_Squash_Risotto\"><\/span>Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/4110320\/pexels-photo-4110320.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto\" title=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Polina Tankilevitch on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-photo-of-toasted-squash-4110320\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlueViolet\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/roasted-butternut-squash-risotto-1760375915.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cookieandkate.com\/roasted-butternut-squash-risotto\/\" target=\"_blank\">Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto<\/a><\/strong> from Cookie and Kate<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (214 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Red\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/butternut-squash-risotto-1760375915.jpg\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Risotto\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/butternut-squash-risotto\/\" target=\"_blank\">Butternut Squash Risotto<\/a><\/strong> from Love and Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (130 reviews). Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Linen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/roasted-butternut-squash-risotto-1760375915-1.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.platingsandpairings.com\/butternut-squash-risotto\/\" target=\"_blank\">Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto<\/a><\/strong> from Platings + Pairings<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (8 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This creamy risotto is a warm hug on a plate, featuring the sweet and nutty flavor of roasted butternut squash. The technique of slowly cooking the rice allows it to absorb all the delicious broth while stirring creates a lovely, creamy texture. Each bite is a delightful mix of savory and sweet, making it a perfect dish for chilly nights.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup Arborio rice<\/li>\n<li>4 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup white wine (optional)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh sage leaves for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this dish special is the way the flavors meld together. Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness, which pairs beautifully with the creamy risotto and savory Parmesan cheese. Plus, the fresh sage adds an aromatic touch that takes this dish to the next level. It&#8217;s a fantastic option for a cozy dinner with friends or family, leaving everyone asking for seconds!<\/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\/roasted-butternut-squash-risotto-serves-4-1760375925.jpg\" alt=\"ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO Serves 4 ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DAjXi1VI6N4\/\" target=\"_blank\">ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO Serves 4 &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ina-gartens-saffron-risotto-with-butternut-squash-barefoot-1760375925.jpg\" alt=\"Ina Garten&#039;s Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash | Barefoot ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7u6MBgs9zZs\" target=\"_blank\">Ina Garten&#039;s Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash | Barefoot &#8230;<\/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\/butternut-squash-risotto-1760375925.jpg\" alt=\"Butternut Squash Risotto\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=glcuMRFTUig\" target=\"_blank\">Butternut Squash Risotto<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stuffed_Acorn_Squash_with_Quinoa_and_Cranberries\"><\/span>Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Cranberries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/3490368\/pexels-photo-3490368.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Cranberries\" title=\"Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Cranberries\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Mister Mister on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/cooked-dish-on-plate-3490368\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/stuffed-acorn-squash-1760375921.jpg\" alt=\"Stuffed Acorn Squash\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/veganhuggs.com\/stuffed-acorn-squash\/\" target=\"_blank\">Stuffed Acorn Squash<\/a><\/strong> from Vegan Huggs<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (108 reviews). Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlanchedAlmond\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-pecan-quinoa-stuffed-acorn-squash-1760375921.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitiouskitchen.com\/cranberry-pecan-quinoa-stuffed-acorn-squash\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash<\/a><\/strong> from Ambitious Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (17 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Peru\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/stuffed-acorn-squash-with-quinoa-and-cranberries-1760375921.jpg\" alt=\"Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Cranberries\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sharonpalmer.com\/squash-filled-with-herbed-quinoa-and-cranberries-vegan\/\" target=\"_blank\">Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Cranberries<\/a><\/strong> from Sharon Palmer, The Plant Powered Dietitian<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This vibrant dish is as beautiful as it is delicious, with the acorn squash serving as a perfect edible bowl. Stuffed with a hearty mix of quinoa, cranberries, and nuts, it offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors. The natural sweetness of the squash complements the tartness of cranberries, creating a festive treat that\u2019s perfect for winter gatherings.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 acorn squashes, halved and seeds removed<\/li>\n<li>1 cup quinoa, rinsed<\/li>\n<li>2 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup dried cranberries<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh parsley for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe stands out for its brilliant presentation and wholesome ingredients. The warm quinoa, mixed with sweet cranberries and crunchy nuts, creates a filling and nutritious dish that\u2019s bound to impress. Not only is it easy to make, but it\u2019s also a great way to showcase seasonal produce in a way that feels festive and special. Serve it at your next gathering, and watch your friends marvel at both its beauty and taste!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warm up your winter evenings with two irresistible squash-centered recipes that promise to tantalize your taste buds and bring comfort to your table.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":426345,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":1,"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[3936],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-422888","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dinner","tag-winter-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/422888","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=422888"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/422888\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/426345"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=422888"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=422888"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=422888"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=422888"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}