These 11 Butternut Squash Foods From Trader Joe's Prove It's the Superior Fall Vegetable
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Fall at Trader Joe's usually means pumpkin spice everything: pumpkin-flavored Greek yogurt, pumpkin spice oatmeal, and even pumpkin spice pumpkin seeds (really!). While pumpkin definitely has its place, butternut squash is the far superior Fall squash. It makes creamy sauces creamier, roasts unbelievably well in the oven, and subs in nicely as pasta in the form of butternut squash noodles (busquoodles?).
Check out 11 of the best butternut squash finds currently at Trader Joe's. Since most of these cozy and hearty foods are seasonal, you better stock up while it's still Fall before peppermint season takes over.
Harvest Chili
There's nothing more warm and comforting in the Fall than a big bowl of chili. Give your slow cooker a break and pick up a container of this Harvest Chili ($4) instead. It's made with black beans, butternut squash, cauliflower, and sweet potatoes.
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Cut Butternut Squash
Ditch the cutting board and go straight into the pan with these precut pieces of butternut squash ($2), ready for a tasty squash risotto, pasta casserole, or brie pizza. For a satisfying side to any main course, break out the olive oil for a foolproof roasted butternut squash.
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Butternut Squash, Quinoa, & Wheatberry Salad
If you want a grab-and-go Fall option, pick up this Butternut Squash, Quinoa, & Wheatberry Salad ($4) made with baby arugula and baby spinach. It's topped with toasted sliced almonds, raisins, and goat cheese.
Butternut Squash Pizza Crust
If you're sick of cauliflower pizza crust, this butternut squash alternative is another low-carb and gluten-free option (price unavailable).
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Autumnal Harvest Alfredo Sauce
This hearty Autumnal Harvest Alfredo Sauce ($5) is comfort food in a container. It goes well atop your favorite pasta (or Butternut Squash Spirals!), in lasagna, or as a dip for crusty bread.
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese
This Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese ($3) is perfect for those lazy dinners in the Fall. Just pop it in the microwave and you're done!
Butternut Squash Spirals
While zucchini noodles ("zoodles") are a tasty low-carb option in the Summer, these Butternut Squash Spirals ($3) are the perfect pasta alternative in the Fall. Top with your favorite pasta sauce — may we suggest the Autumnal Harvest Alfredo Sauce?
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Fall Harvest Salsa
Salsa isn't just for the Summer. TJ's gives this spread a Fall twist with heirloom pumpkins, butternut squash, and apples. Grab a bag of its Gluten-Free Pumpkin Tortilla Chips and get to dipping.
Harvest Spaghetti Squash Spirals
The Harvest Spaghetti Squash Spirals ($4) take the cooking out of butternut squash noodles. The gluten-free meal is found in the freezer section and is just 11 grams of carbs per serving.
Autumnal Harvest Soup
This Autumnal Harvest Soup ($4) is chock-full of Fall produce — including butternut squash, pumpkin, and tomatoes — and seasoned with rosemary and sage.
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Autumnal Harvest Pasta Sauce and Zucchette Pasta
A Fall-inspired pasta dish is as easy as picking up this pack of Zucchette Pasta ($2) and pairing it with a jar of Autumnal Harvest Pasta Sauce ($3). The tomato-based sauce is also made with carrots, pumpkin, and butternut squash.