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    Home » Recipes » Lunch » Butternut Squash Pizzas

    Butternut Squash Pizzas

    Updated: Aug 17, 2023 by Veronica Noone · This post may contain affiliate links · 32 Comments

    butternut squash pizzas pin

    Sometimes I’ll see a food photo and say,

    “MAN Why didn’t I think of that?!”

    That’s what happened this weekend when I did a quick google search for butternut squash ideas.

    I don’t really search recipes, I search photos. I’ll put the ingredients I want to work with in google and do an image search. Then I just keep scrolling and scrolling until something screams out at me.

    That’s exactly what happened when I came across That’s exactly what happened when I came across a photo from Food with Kid Appeal.

    I didn’t even read the recipe, I simply said... “Genius!” And ran to the kitchen.

    I can not believe how good this was. I used leftover homemade sauce and an ounce of cheese to make a yummy, light pizza! I liked them even more than English muffin pizza. Totally my new go to.

    Here’s what I did...

    Ingredients

    • 2 round slices of butternut squash about ½ inch thick
    • ¼ cup tomato or pizza sauce (don't have any? See note below)
    • 1 oz fancy shredded cheese (I used a mexican cheese blend because I was out of mozzarella)
    • sprinkle of parsley

    Instructions

    Preheat the broiler.

    Cut the squash.

    Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick spray and place the rounds 2 racks under the broiler for 10 minutes.

    Flip the rounds, spread each with half the sauce and top each with half the cheese.

    Place the squash back under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted. Remove and sprinkle with parsley.

    Enjoy the warm cheesy goodness of pizza without any bread!

    And in case you are wondering...

    YES! You are able to pick up and eat these just as pizza was meant to be enjoyed. 🙂 I made these for a second time today and snapped that photo for instagram. Also Note: If you don’t have sauce handy, smear about 1 tablespoon tomato paste on each round and sprinkle with garlic, basil and salt. Works just as well and is just as yummy!

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    Butternut Squash Pizzas

    If you love pizza but want a healthier version, try these butternut squash pizzas! You won't even miss the traditional crust. Get the recipe now.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 13 minutes mins
    Total Time 23 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 people
    Calories 96 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 round slices of butternut squash about ½ inch thick
    • ¼ cup tomato or pizza sauce don't have any? See note below
    • 1 oz fancy shredded cheese I used a mexican cheese blend because I was out of mozzarella
    • sprinkle of parsley

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the broiler.
    • Cut the squash.
      2 round slices of butternut squash about ½ inch thick
    • Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick spray and place the rounds 2 racks under the broiler for 10 minutes.
    • Flip the rounds, spread each with half the sauce and top each with half the cheese.
      ¼ cup tomato or pizza sauce, 1 oz fancy shredded cheese
    • Place the squash back under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted. Remove and sprinkle with parsley.
      sprinkle of parsley
    • Enjoy the warm cheesy goodness of pizza without any bread!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 96kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 511mgPotassium: 221mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 728IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 337mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Butternut, Squash
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    1. kgmark

      April 10, 2024 at 12:16 am

      5 stars
      So delicious! My new fave pizza sub. Looks beautiful too. Made mine vegan with dairy-free mozzarella shreds. Topped each round with a sprinkle of pine nuts and hemp seeds to amp up the protein and healthy fats. Those pine nuts came out the ideal shade of brown. This will be THE PERFECT food item to bring to potlucks and parties because there's always someone who's either gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, vegan, etc. This recipe seems to check ALL of those boxes! Great one.

      Reply
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    3. Klaire

      November 21, 2015 at 12:38 pm

      Thanks I really loved this recipe. My little sisters loved it aswell. Although on mine i didn't add cheese just peppers because i don't eat cheese but overall it was so good I also cut up beets really small and precooked them with salt and seasoned sat and garlic and then after mixted them into the sauce because I dont like the taste of beets but their good for you. I'm for sure making this again because im vegan and I also don't eat gluten thanks so much loved it. I haven't even found a resipe where you use butternut squash for your pizza dough its all just butternut squash on your pizza so very original. I served vegatables on the side and my one sister used salad dressing as a dip turned it into a meal thanks.

      Reply
    4. karen

      October 06, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      I made these today. Mine were not crunchy. Is there a way to make them crunchy?

      Reply
      • roni

        October 08, 2014 at 12:09 pm

        The only way to get it crunchy would be to no pre-cook it but then it would be more of a "raw" crunch than anything if you know what I mean. Butternut is just softens as it cooks.

        Reply
    5. Barbara

      February 14, 2014 at 4:56 pm

      I want to run to the store. Really want to try

      Reply
    6. KIMMY

      October 14, 2013 at 9:03 am

      CAN YOU FREEZE THEM ?

      Reply
      • roni

        October 15, 2013 at 2:27 pm

        I don't know! I haven't tried but I don't see why not. I wonder if the squash would get too soft.

        Reply
    7. Amy

      May 31, 2013 at 12:31 pm

      I made these today for lunch for my family! I really liked them! My hubby didn't like the skin being on and my kids only ate a little, but they are weird! Haha. I put pizza sauce, cheese, and pepperoni on them...they were yummy!

      Reply
    8. shannon

      February 15, 2013 at 7:18 pm

      Made this tonight...delish!! Much better than that 'cauliflower pizza'!!

      Reply
    9. roni

      February 08, 2013 at 8:42 pm

      Hold it tight and use a good knife. If you are worried about slipping cut a slice off the side of the squash so it doesn't roll.

      Hope that helps!

      Reply
    10. mirai

      February 08, 2013 at 3:44 pm

      how do you cut them so thin though, i can only manage to make them about 2-3x that size..

      Reply
    11. Mindy

      February 04, 2013 at 12:39 pm

      Okay, I'm a boob, just saw that you said to cook for 10 minutes first before topping. 🙂

      Reply
    12. Mindy

      February 04, 2013 at 12:36 pm

      This looks delicious! I am excited to try it. Is the butternut squash already cooked when you slice it or was it raw? Thanks for the great idea!

      Reply
    13. roni

      January 31, 2013 at 9:55 pm

      They are surprisingly filling!!

      Reply
    14. Sheri

      January 31, 2013 at 7:37 pm

      I tried this recipe tonight from memory. My slices were a bit thicker than 1/2 inch I think. I used 1 tbsp spaghetti sauce, super thin sliced onions and mozza cheese. I cooked the squash 10 min on one side and 5 min on the other before adding toppings. It was really good! The ony thing, I wish there was a way to keep the cheese from wanting to slide off. I browned the cheese more than you did in the pic. Going to be doing this again. Two slices were very filling.

      Reply
    15. Alexis {Diva on a Diet}

      January 30, 2013 at 3:50 pm

      I do the same thing... search the google images for recipes! And what a good idea this is!

      Reply
    16. Michael C Craven

      January 29, 2013 at 3:54 pm

      Thanks for for healthy delicious looking recipe. I love butternut squash and pizza a perfect combination.
      Michael C Craven
      Chicago Divorce lawyer

      Reply
    17. Danielle

      January 29, 2013 at 11:01 am

      OO I have a butternut squash sitting onthe counter didnt know what I wanted to do with it and wasnt thrilled with peeling it - guess we are having pizza this weeek!!!

      Thanks!

      Reply
    18. Allison

      January 29, 2013 at 12:07 pm

      This is an AMAZING idea! I'm so happy I found your blog!

      Reply
    19. Andrea

      January 29, 2013 at 6:55 am

      Okay, I've recovered from the shock that you CAN eat the skins on a bnut squash!! Never even gave it a second thought bc it's so thick and hard to cut. So even if its not your idea, thank you so much for the inspiration!! I think we'll all do anything for a slice of pizza sometimes!!
      Ps...Yours look SOOO much more appetizing than the ones you linked to!!

      Reply
    20. Liam Rubel

      January 29, 2013 at 4:29 am

      Think of this types of foods at the diets are always no no but we have made recipe with so much low calorie and less fattening so anyone can go for it. Thanks Roni.

      Reply
    21. Patricia

      January 28, 2013 at 11:47 pm

      What a great idea. I used to do something (sort of) similar in college with half an acorn squash.

      Reply
    22. Laura Jane @ Super Sweet Life

      January 28, 2013 at 6:01 pm

      I was wondering the same thing about the skin. Do you leave it on for your squash fries as well?

      Reply
    23. roni

      January 28, 2013 at 4:41 pm

      You can. Most people don't but I've gotten lazy and just leave it on. The skin softens so much you don't even notice it.

      Reply
    24. Linda

      January 28, 2013 at 4:40 pm

      Looks yummy but forgive my ignorance, I'm new to butternut squash, can you eat the skin?

      Reply
    25. Sheriese

      January 28, 2013 at 4:28 pm

      We have just started cooking more butternut squash.. and my 8 year old asked for seconds last night! This looks like a fun way to get her even more interested in healthier foods (up until very recently she would not even try squash). Love this idea!

      Reply
    26. Krista

      January 28, 2013 at 3:03 pm

      Would be a great sub for chicken parm, too! Looks really pretty.

      Reply
    27. kat

      January 28, 2013 at 2:23 pm

      emailed to my mom and im def going to try this in my household too. Love the low points but high volume and nutrient value.

      Reply
    28. Anne @ eatcleaneatreal

      January 28, 2013 at 6:58 pm

      This is super fun! I cant do a lot of tomato sauce (it upsets my sensitive stomach) but Im envisioning a white pizza spin-off....or maybe some pesto and goat cheese?!

      And I cant believe I didn't know you could eat the skin on butternut squash. it is hands down my favorite vegetable, but sometimes I just cant find the motivation to peel it so it sits in the fridge. Thanks for the tip!

      Reply
      • kgmark

        April 10, 2024 at 12:24 am

        5 stars
        Hi Anne ~ we have sensitive tummies here at our house too, so we use Rao's Sensitive Marinara (it is without garlic & onion) and digest it just fine. Might be worth a try if that's the issue. Even my tomato-hating hubby loves it. https://www.raos.com/products/sensitive-marinara-sauce

        Reply
    29. Jenn@slim-shoppin

      January 28, 2013 at 1:55 pm

      That is a great idea! Love it Roni!

      Reply

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