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Do you love creamy pasta dishes? Then this casserole is for you! it’s packed with delicious butternut squash and a creamy sauce. Plus, it’s vegan and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy it. This creamy butternut squash casserole is a satisfying meal on fall nights and winter nights. It’s packed with nutrients and is a great addition to your vegan meal.
In this recipe blog post, I’ll share with you why this creamy pasta and butternut squash is a fulfilling and must-try recipe this fall season. So keep browsing and you will learn more about this recipe and or if you can’t wait to make this, go ahead jump to the recipe card.
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Nutritious Meal: Great foods in a casserole!
For some, the idea of a casserole may bring back memories of school lunches or church potlucks. Whatever your association with casseroles may be, one thing is for sure: they are comforting, homey, and (most importantly) delicious. This particular recipe for creamy pasta and butternut squash casserole is not only vegan but also packed with nutrients and flavor. Here’s why this recipe is a nutritious meal:
1. Pasta and Butternut Squash: A Nutritional Powerhouse
Butternut squash is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and fiber. It is also low in calories and fat-free, making it a great food to incorporate into your diet if you are watching your weight. Pasta is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which provide lasting energy. And when paired with a protein-rich food like tofu, this casserole becomes a nutritional powerhouse.
2. Tofu: The perfect protein-rich addition
Tofu is often thought of as a “health food,” but it is really just soybean curd that has been pressed into block form. It is versatile and can be used in sweet or savory recipes. In this recipe, tofu provides a protein-rich component that helps to make this dish more filling. It also lends itself well to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients in the dish.
So the next time you are in the mood for comfort food, give this creamy pasta and butternut squash casserole a try and you will love this dish.
healthy butternut squash and tofu
Why this casserole is a must-try dish?
I’m sure you are wondering why this casserole dish is a must-try, well aside from being nutritious and delicious this casserole dish is sure to please everyone even meat eaters will try this one as they are…
1. Perfect fall dish! The butternut squash gives it a lovely sweetness, while the cream cheese and Parmesan add a rich creaminess that takes it over the top.
2. Incredibly easy to make! Simply cook the pasta, mix everything together in a bowl, and bake it in the oven. It’s the perfect weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
3. Easily customized to your liking! If you’re not a fan of butternut squash, you could substitute it for another type of squash or even sweet potatoes. You could also add in some other vegetables, such as kale or spinach.
Well, why don’t give this recipe a try today? It is easy to make with simple ingredients required they are probably in your pantry. So go ahead and gather the ingredients first, and make this nutritious creamy butternut squash casserole at your home.
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What’s in a casserole?
All you need in this casserole dish are the simple plant-based ingredients that you can buy at your favorite supermarket and some can harvest in your backyard. You can’t resist making this as they are easy to find. Below are the plant-based ingredients that you will need.
1. Twisted pasta: I used rotelle pasta in this dish as they are perfect for catching the sauce but you can also you rotini pasta. They both work in this dish.
2. Butternut squash: Fresh or frozen will work or feel free to substitute pumpkin or sweet potatoes.
3. Silken tofu: Add more creaminess to this recipe.
4. Almond milk: Use plain and unsweetened milk or use your favorite plant-based milk.
5. Breadcrumbs: Look for a vegan because some of these are not vegan-friendly. Use authentic panko breadcrumbs as an alternative.
6. Seasoning: Use kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjust to taste if needed.
7. Nutritional yeast: It adds an umami flavor to this recipe and has a natural cheesy flavor.
8. Parsley: It uses for garnish, this is optional but a great addition.
9. Onion and olive oil: Saute the onion in the oil to make it flavorful.
Vegan Globetrotter Tips
- To make this more nutritious, I highly suggest adding more fall vegetables to this recipe such as spinach, kale, sweet potato, carrots, etc., or adding quinoa.
Did you find them hard to gather? No, right? As they are easy to find and already in your pantry if you don’t have a stock of them and you need to buy them at the supermarket, make sure that you are picking plant-based ingredients.
If I were you, I would stock more of them as we are making a lot of vegan casseroles this week. Stay tuned and get notified by subscribing to our weekly newsletter.
Do you already have those required ingredients? Well, let’s get started cooking!
baked butternut squash
Let’s get cooking, prepare the casserole dish!
As we started, please note that you can add more fall vegetables for more nutrients– and if you already have those required ingredients, what are you waiting for? Let’s get cooking; preheat your oven, and prepare the skillet and casserole dish.
- Preheat the oven to 400° F.
- Cut the butternut squash into halves, then season them with kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. Wrap in foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Heat the oil over medium-high, then sautee the onion until golden brown. Reserve some sauteed onions for baking.
- Once the butternut squash is baked, peel it, remove the seeds, and cut it into dice. Reserve some butternut squash for baking.
- Process the sautéed onions, baked butternut squash, tofu, nutritional yeast, almond milk, and paprika using a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Stir to combine the pasta and butternut mixture and season in a mixing bowl with kosher salt and black pepper.
- In a prepared casserole dish, pour the mixture and top with bread crumbs, onions, and butternut squash.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Then garnish with chopped parsley and serve!
Are you convinced to cook this casserole dish and want to share it with your family? If so, don’t hesitate, this creamy butternut squash casserole will not disappoint you or your friends and family. Treat them with a nutritious, fulfilling, and delicious vegan casserole I’m sure they would be happy with this recipe.
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Well, satisfy your tastebuds with our healthy and delicious: Mini Pumpkins Cream Puffs, Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta Recipe, Vegan Maple Pumpkin Overnight Oats, Vegan Pumpkin Pie Smoothie, Apple Cranberry Crisp, Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta Recipe, Butternut Squash Pancakes, 20-minute Pumpkin Soup, Air fryer Cinnamon Rolls, Delicious Dairy-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe, Pumpkin Spice Fudge, Sweet Potato Pie Cupcakes with Cinnamon Frosting, Autumn Salad, Apple Cinnamon Waffles, Autumn Pizza with Vegan Gouda Cheese, Pumpkin Spice Fudge, Delicious Dairy-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe, Vegan Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas, Teriyaki Tofu-Tempeh Casserole, Butternut Squash White Bean Kale Stew, Vegan Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce, Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Casserole, Autumn Carrot-Sweet Potato Soup, Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail-Alcohol Free, Vegan Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Dairy-free Pumpkin Ice Cream, Pumpkin Risotto-Comforting Meal, Autumn Spice Pear Cobbler, Roasted Butternut Squash Burger, and Pear, Pumpkin, and Ginger Mocktail.
The recipes I have suggested are perfect for the fall season, Thanksgiving Day, and even the winter season. They are a must-try and completely made with plant-based ingredients. Best of all, they are a great addition to your vegan diet, so add them to your vegan bucket list as they are sure to please vegetarians and even non-vegetarians.
Well, back to this vegan creamy butternut squash casserole below is the recipe card you can pin it and print it out to make sure that you won’t miss this recipe.
Give this recipe a try today!
So whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or just looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, this casserole is sure to hit the spot. If you try this vegan dish feel free to share your photos and experience with us, and if you have any questions leave a comment below!
Satisfying and nutritious vegan casserole dish!
Creamy Butternut Squash Casserole
Ingredients
What's in a casserole?
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 1 1/2 cup pasta use Rotini or Rotelli pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 small onion finely chopped
- 2 oz. nutritional yeast
- 1 1/2 cup tofu cut into diced
- 4 oz. almond milk or any plant-based milk
- ½ tsp paprika and 1/2 tsp for sprinkle
- kosher salt
- black pepper freshly ground,
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs authentic
- 4 tbsp parsley finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Make vegan casserole!
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Cut the butternut squash into halves, then season them with kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. Wrap in foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Heat the oil over medium-high, then sautee the onion until golden brown. Reserve some sauteed onions for baking.
- Once the butternut squash is baked, peel it, remove the seeds, and cut it into dice. Reserve some butternut squash for baking.
- Process the sautéed onions, baked butternut squash, tofu, nutritional yeast, almond milk, and paprika using a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Stir to combine the pasta and butternut mixture in a mixing bowl and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- In a prepared casserole dish, pour the mixture and top with bread crumbs, onions, and butternut squash.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Then garnish with chopped parsley and serve!
Notes
- To make this more nutritious, I highly suggest adding more fall vegetables to this recipe, such as spinach, kale, sweet potatoes, carrots, etc., or adding quinoa.
For More Vegan Recipes
I’ve provided a list of vegan dishes that are all made completely of ingredients from plants. Additionally, they make a wonderful addition to any vegan dish. These are tasty even for meat eaters, and for more vegan recipes subscribe to our newsletter.
- Teriyaki Tofu-Tempeh Casserole
- Vegan Brussels Sprout Gratin
- Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas
- Smooth Coconut Lentil Curry
- Curried Lentil and Sweet Potato Bowl
To Wrap It All Up
This creamy butternut squash casserole is a must-try dish because it is not only creamy and delicious but also packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. This dish is perfect for a vegan lifestyle, as it contains no animal products whatsoever. So if you’re looking for a hearty and nutritious meal that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further than this scrumptious vegan casserole!
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