Best 4 Vegan Butternut Squash Pizza With Apples Pecans Recipes

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In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary adventure to discover the most delectable vegan butternut squash pizza with apples and pecans. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of crafting a crispy crust, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions and insightful tips to ensure your pizza-making endeavors result in a flavor-packed masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned pizza enthusiast or a novice cook eager to explore the vibrant world of plant-based cuisine, this article will guide you through the process of creating a mouthwatering vegan butternut squash pizza that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VEGAN BUTTERNUT SQUASH PIZZA WITH APPLES & PECANS



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Who knew? Butternut squash makes a silky-smooth and full-flavored pizza sauce, and the perfectly creamy base for this fall-inspired pie. Scrumptious as is, but you can also make individual size pizzas and add gouda or mozzarella for the cheese-eaters and cooked, crumbled sausage for the carnivores. Win!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 cups cubed butternut squash (approx 1/2 of a medium 3-pound squash)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium clove garlic (peeled)
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast flakes
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
Pinch red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste
1 pound 16 ounces homemade or store-bought pizza dough (I like Trader Joe's garlic & herb crust for this recipe)
1 batch butternut squash sauce
2 medium apples (I like Granny smith; for the pizza photographed, I used a Jonagold and a Granny Smith, cored and thinly sliced)
1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
1/3 cup pecans (chopped)
2 tablespoons olive oil
A couple pinches of kosher salt or sea salt
A few leaves fresh thyme (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make the sauce. Fill a large saucepan halfway full of water and set over high heat. Add butternut squash. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, 6-7 minutes.
  • Drain squash in a colander and let cool for a couple of minutes. Add to the pitcher of a high-speed blender or the bowl of a food processor fitted with the S-blade. Add the remaining ingredients and puree until smooth. If the sauce needs to be thinned out a bit, add some more olive oil, about a teaspoon at a time.
  • Spread the dough into your desired shape and thickness on a cookie sheet or pizza stone. Add butternut squash sauce and spread with a spoon. Layer with apples, then onions, then pecans. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle a couple pinches of salt over the top.
  • Bake until the crust is golden and cooked through, the apples and onion are tender, and the pecans are toasted but not burned, about 10 minutes.
  • Top with fresh thyme if desired. Cut into wedges and serve.

VEGAN PIZZA WITH APPLE, BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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This satisfying cold-weather pizza from Chloe Coscarelli, the vegan cookbook author, makes a great main course, or it can be cut into pieces as an appetizer. The creamy white bean purée made by whizzing cannellini beans, oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper in a food processor makes this dish seem like a real treat, and the piles of caramelized onions, roasted butternut squash, apple and spinach finish it off beautifully. If you're a half-hearted vegan, consider sprinkling a handful of blue cheese over the top a few minutes before it's done baking. We won't tell.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Categories     pizza and calzones, appetizer, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (15-ounce) can cannellini or other white beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons water
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup spinach
1 apple, peeled and thinly sliced
Pizza dough (store-bought is fine, or make your own)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Make the garlic white bean purée by blending the beans, oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper in a food processor. Add water, as needed, until a smooth consistency forms. Set aside. Can be made two days in advance.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-low heat and sauté onions until soft and lightly caramelized, about 15 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • While the onions are cooking, toss remaining 2 tablespoons oil with squash and season generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to a large-rimmed baking sheet and roast for 30 to 35 minutes until squash is fork-tender, turning once or twice with a spatula. Remove from oven and set aside. Turn heat up to 450 degrees.
  • Prepare pizza. Brush a large-rimmed baking sheet (approximately 9 by 13 inches) with oil. Stretch homemade or store-bought pizza dough into a rectangle and fit it into the prepared baking sheet (You can also use a 14-inch or 16-inch round pizza pan if you have one). Spread a layer of the garlic white bean purée evenly over the rolled-out dough. (You may not want to use all of it.) On top of the dough, arrange the spinach, caramelized onions, roasted butternut squash and apple slices. Season with salt and pepper, and brush the edges of the crust with olive oil.
  • Bake at 450 degrees for about 15 to 20 minutes, rotating midway, until the crust is slightly browned or golden. Let cool, slice and serve.

HONEY ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH APPLES & PECANS



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I found this great recipe on the package of my fresh cut butternut squash. It looked yummy so I had to try it. The flavor of the roasted squash and apples with the crunch of the pecans is fantastic. This is a great way to get your family members to eat their veges. Enjoy.

Provided by CarolAT

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb butternut squash, cubed
1 medium baking apple, peeled, cored and cubed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place cubed squash and apple in an 8'x8' baking dish. Add 2 tablespoons water and roast uncovered, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes, or until almost cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine butter, honey, pecans, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  • Remove squash from oven, and pour honey mixture over squash. Stir lightly to coat.
  • Return to the oven for another 10 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from oven and serve.

BUTTERCUP SQUASH WITH APPLES AND PECANS



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Fall is one of my favorite times to celebrate food. Fresh-picked apples and this sweet squash come together for a fall treat. It's up to you to serve it as a side dish or a dessert. Let's get squashed!

Provided by Volleyballmom

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 buttercup squash, halved and seeded
3 cups red apples, peeled and cut into small chunks
½ lemon, juiced
½ cup chopped pecans, divided
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place buttercup squash halves in a baking dish.
  • Place apples in a large bowl; cover with lemon juice. Stir in all but 1 tablespoon of the pecans, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Spoon apple mixture into the buttercup squash halves. Sprinkle remaining pecans on top. Dot 1 1 1/2 teaspoon butter over each squash.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.8 calories, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 64.6 mg, Sugar 28.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right butternut squash: Look for a squash that is firm and heavy for its size, with a deep orange color. Avoid squash with blemishes or soft spots.
  • Roast the butternut squash properly: Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness and flavor. To roast the squash, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and toss the squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until the squash is tender and caramelized.
  • Use a good quality vegan pizza crust: The crust is the foundation of your pizza, so it's important to use a good quality crust. You can make your own vegan pizza crust or purchase one from the store.
  • Don't overload the pizza with toppings: Too many toppings can make the pizza soggy and difficult to cook. Stick to a few simple toppings that will complement the butternut squash, such as apples, pecans, and vegan cheese.
  • Bake the pizza until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will ensure that the pizza is cooked through and has a crispy crust.

Conclusion:

This vegan butternut squash pizza with apples and pecans is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a fall or winter dinner. The butternut squash is roasted until caramelized and sweet, and the apples and pecans add a crunchy and nutty flavor. The vegan cheese melts and bubbles, creating a gooey and satisfying pizza. This pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table!

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