Orange Winter Squash Casserole
Brighten up your cold-weather table with this Orange Winter Squash Casserole, a warm and cozy dish bursting with citrusy sweetness and comforting spices. This recipe starts with roasted butternut or acorn squash, mashed to silky perfection and blended with fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, and warming notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. Finished with a golden, crispy breadcrumb and Parmesan topping, this casserole offers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Perfect as a holiday side dish or a stand-alone vegetarian entrée, it’s a flavorful way to celebrate seasonal produce. Bonus: it’s easy to prepare in under 90 minutes and serves six! Delight your guests with this vibrant and irresistibly delicious winter squash casserole that brings sunshine even to the chilliest days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium winter squash (e.g., butternut squash or acorn squash)
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the winter squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place the halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the flesh is tender and easily pierced with a fork. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
Once the squash has cooled enough to handle, scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl and mash it until smooth with a potato masher or fork.
Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
To the mashed squash, add the orange juice, orange zest, butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Lightly beat the eggs in a small bowl and then stir them into the squash mixture until fully incorporated.
Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish with butter or cooking spray. Spread the squash mixture evenly into the dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the squash mixture.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Orange Winter Squash Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1814 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.4 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 485 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 2598 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.4 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 69.9 g | 250% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.2 g | ||
| Protein | 47.4 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1198 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 6131 mg | 130% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
