Best 7 Butternut Squash And Kale Stir Fry Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary adventure of tantalizing your taste buds with a healthy and flavorful dish – butternut squash and kale stir fry! This delightful recipe is a perfect blend of nutrient-dense ingredients that come together to create a vibrant and satisfying meal. Dive into the world of colors and textures as you embark on a journey of flavors, where the sweetness of butternut squash harmonizes with the earthy notes of kale, while a symphony of spices dances on your palate. Whether you're a seasoned stir-fry enthusiast or a novice cook seeking new culinary horizons, this article will guide you through the steps of creating this delectable dish, ensuring a delightful and memorable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND KALE STIR FRY WITH MAPLE VINAIGRETTE



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This Butternut Squash and Kale Stir Fry with Maple Vinaigrette comes together in under 30 minutes, it's one of my favorite fall side dishes to make!

Provided by Tastefulventure

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Tbs Coconut Oil
1 large Butternut Squash skin and seeds removed, chopped into 1/2 to 1 inch size pieces, about 6-7 cups
1 bunch Kale stems removed and chopped into large pieces
1/2 tsp ground Sea Salt
1/2 tsp ground Black Pepper
2 tsp ground Nutmeg
1 tsp Paprika
1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup
2 Tbs EVOO
1 Tbs Apple Cider Vinegar
1/2 cup dried Cranberries
1/2 cup Pecans halves

Steps:

  • In large Wok add Coconut Oil and heat on stovetop over med-high heat.
  • Add Butternut Squash, season with Salt, Pepper, Nutmeg, and Paprika.
  • Stir fry continuously until almost softened, when you can pierce it easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in Kale when Butternut Squash is almost done, around the 15 minute mark.
  • In small bowl whisk together Maple Syrup, EVOO, and Apple Cider Vinegar.
  • When Butternut Squash and Kale are fully cooked, pour Maple Syrup mixture over and stir well.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in Cranberries and Pecans.
  • Enjoy!

BUTTERNUT SQUASH, FARRO, AND KALE



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Super fast and surprisingly good. Add goat cheese if desired.

Provided by msbalboa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package steam-in-bag, frozen butternut squash cubes (such as Archer Farms®)
1 (8.8 ounce) package cook-in-bag, quick-cooking farro
olive oil, or to taste
1 clove garlic, or to taste, crushed
1 bunch kale, roughly chopped
1 ½ skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 ½ cups cream of chicken soup
¼ cup golden raisins, or to taste
¼ cup pine nuts, or to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Tear a vent into the corner of the bag of butternut squash, cook in microwave oven until tender, about 5 minutes or as stated on package.
  • Tear a vent into the corner of the bag of farro; cook in microwave oven until tender and the moisture is absorbed, about 90 seconds or as stated on package.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook garlic in oil until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes; add kale and cook until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir squash and farro together with the garlic; season with salt. Add chicken to the squash mixture; cook and stir until the chicken pieces are no longer pink in the center, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Pour chicken soup over the chicken mixture. Stir raisins and pine nuts into the mixture; cook until everything is heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 22.1 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 492.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

BALSAMIC BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH KALE



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This is a great side dish for the holidays, with the added benefit of kale! Surprisingly tasty. Serve hot or cold.

Provided by Danielle Walquist Lynch

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 ounces kale, roughly chopped
¼ cup vegetable broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place squash in a bowl; add onion, 1/2 of the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper and toss to coat. Spread mixture in a single layer onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender and golden, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Combine kale and broth in a heavy-bottom skillet; bring to a light simmer. Cover skillet, reduce heat, and cook until kale is tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes; drain any excess liquid. Mix kale, squash mixture, and remaining balsamic vinegar together in a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 103.3 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND KALE GRATIN



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This butternut squash and kale gratin is packed with layers of flavor. It's simple to throw together and versatile because you can use whatever winter squash you have on hand. Even your kids will be coming back for seconds of this decadent side! -Pamela Gelsomini, Wrentham, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound bacon strips, cut into 1/2-in. pieces
2 medium leek (white portion only), chopped
1 butternut squash (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-in. cubes
3 cups chopped baby kale
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 pint heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat, stirring often, until crisp, about 5 minutes; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Cook leeks in reserved drippings and cook until tender, 3-4 minutes. , Stir together squash and kale; transfer to a lightly greased 13-x9-in. baking dish, pressing to form a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread leeks over the top; sprinkle with bacon and cheese. Pour cream over top, spreading to cover entire surface. Cover with foil. , Bake 30 minutes; remove foil and bake until squash is tender and top is golden brown, 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 37g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

BUTTERNUT, KALE AND CASHEW SQUARES



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Butternut squash and kale are two of my favorite fall vegetables. Combined with cashews and feta in a puff pastry, it makes me think this could be a fall version of spanakopita! This could be served for brunch or lunch, or as a dinner entree. You also can make the pieces smaller and serve it as an appetizer. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2-1/2 cups peeled butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups chopped fresh kale
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped cashews, divided
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon. In same skillet, saute shallot until tender. Add squash, 3/4 teaspoon thyme and nutmeg; cook, covered, until squash is almost tender, about 5 minutes. Combine squash mixture with bacon. Add kale, feta cheese and 1/4 cup cashews; mix well., Unfold 1 sheet of puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet; roll out into a 10-in. square. Spoon squash mixture evenly over pastry sheet to within 3/4 in. of edges. Whisk egg and water; brush edges of pastry. Unfold remaining pastry sheet; roll out into a 10-in. square. Place on top of squash mixture. Press edges of pastries together with a fork to seal. Brush top with egg mixture., Cut slits in top. Bake until pastry is puffed and golden brown, 15-20 minutes, rotating halfway through to ensure even browning. Sprinkle with remaining cashews and thyme. Cool on a wire rack 5 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 24g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 394mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND KALE TORTE



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Make and share this Butternut Squash and Kale Torte recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bren in LR

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for the pan
1/2 small butternut squash, thinly sliced (about 1 pound)
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 small bunch kale, thick stems discarded and leaves cut into 1 inch pieces
kosher salt and pepper
1 medium yukon gold potato, thinly sliced (about 6 ounces)
6 ounces thinly sliced provolone cheese
1 plum tomato, thinly sliced
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (1 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Oil a 9-inch springform pan. Arrange half the butternut squash in the bottom of the pan, in concentric circles. Top with half the onion, separating the rings. Top with half the kale, drizzle with half the oil and season with 1/4 tsp salt. Top with the potatoes and half the provolone cheese.
  • Top with remaining kale, drizzle with the remaining oil and season with 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper. Top with the remaining onion, tomatoes and provolone. Arrange the remaining squash on top and sprinkle with the Parmesan.
  • Cover with foil, place on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake until the vegetables are tender and the top is beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Serve with slices of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 34.9, Sodium 476.6, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 15.5

BUTTERNUT-SQUASH AND KALE GRATIN



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled
1/2 bunch kale (about 8 ounces), stems and tough ribs removed, leaves torn into large pieces (about 7 packed cups)
Unsalted butter, for baking dish
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)
1/4 cup packed small fresh sage leaves
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons panko

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice squash just above bulb. Slice squash neck crosswise into 1/4-inch rounds. Cut squash bulb in half lengthwise. Remove seeds with a spoon; discard. Slice each half crosswise into 1/4-inch half-moons.
  • Set a steamer basket in a large pot filled with 1 inch water; bring to a boil. Add kale, cover, and steam until bright green and wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Squeeze dry.
  • Butter a shallow 4-quart baking dish (13 by 9 inches). Arrange half of sliced squash in dish, shingling pieces to overlap. Season with salt and pepper. Top with kale, season with more salt and pepper, and sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan and 2 tablespoons sage. Place remaining squash on top, overlapping pieces slightly; season with more salt and pepper. Pour cream over squash and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons sage.
  • Cover tightly with parchment-lined foil and bake until squash is tender, about 40 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with panko and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan. Bake, uncovered, until golden, 10 to 15 minutes more. Let cool slightly before serving.

Tips:

  • For a quicker stir-fry, use pre-cut butternut squash and kale.
  • Add other vegetables to your stir-fry, such as broccoli, carrots, or bell peppers.
  • Use a high-quality olive oil or avocado oil for the best flavor.
  • Be careful not to overcook the butternut squash and kale, as they will become mushy.
  • Serve your stir-fry over rice, noodles, or quinoa for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Butternut squash and kale stir-fry is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and it is also low in calories and fat. This stir-fry is also very versatile, as you can add other vegetables, protein sources, and sauces to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal that is also good for you, give butternut squash and kale stir-fry a try.

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