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Fall Squash Succotash
Creole Food AndDinnerHealthy Eating

Fall Squash Succotash

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.8 (37 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Fall Squash Succotash offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 35g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 428 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Fall Squash Succotash offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Fall Squash Succotash to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Fall Squash Succotash, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • Prep Time: 1 Hour
  • Yields: 6–8 Servings
  • Comment: Traditionally, succotash is a

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

mixture of beans and corn

Step 2: Technique & Execution

We have taken various fall and winter squash and combined them to turn this traditional dish upside down

Step 3: Technique & Execution

With all of the flavor, color and texture in this dish, it is definitely not a “suffering” succotash

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Ingredients: ● 1 cup diced pumpkin, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced acorn squash, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced butternut squash, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced mirliton, peeled and pitted ● 1 cup diced sweet potatoes, peeled ● 2 quarts chicken stock ● ¼ cup olive oil ● ½ cup diced tasso ● ½ cup sliced andouille sausage ● 1 cup diced onions ● ½ cup diced celery ● ¼ cup diced red bell peppers ● ¼ cup diced yellow bell peppers ● 2 tbsps minced shallots ● 2 tbsps minced garlic ● 2 cups diced tomatoes, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced yellow squash ● 1 cup diced zucchini ● 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained ● 1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans with liquid ● 1 (15-ounce) can white navy beans with liquid ● salt, pepper and Creole seasoning to taste ● ½ cup sliced green onions Method: In a saucepot, bring chicken stock to a rolling boil

Step 5: Technique & Execution

One variety at a time, poach the pumpkin, acorn squash, butternut squash, mirliton and sweet potatoes in the stock until just tender, about 5 minutes each

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Remove from poaching liquid and set aside reserving liquid for later use

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories428 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein35gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates18gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat20gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Fall Squash Succotash

This chef-curated Fall Squash Succotash offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.8 from 37 votes
Fall Squash Succotash
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories21% DV
428 kcal
Protein70% DV
35g
Fat26% DV
20g
Carbs7% DV
18g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: mixture of beans and corn

2

Technique & Execution: We have taken various fall and winter squash and combined them to turn this traditional dish upside down

3

Technique & Execution: With all of the flavor, color and texture in this dish, it is definitely not a “suffering” succotash

4

Technique & Execution: Ingredients: ● 1 cup diced pumpkin, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced acorn squash, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced butternut squash, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced mirliton, peeled and pitted ● 1 cup diced sweet potatoes, peeled ● 2 quarts chicken stock ● ¼ cup olive oil ● ½ cup diced tasso ● ½ cup sliced andouille sausage ● 1 cup diced onions ● ½ cup diced celery ● ¼ cup diced red bell peppers ● ¼ cup diced yellow bell peppers ● 2 tbsps minced shallots ● 2 tbsps minced garlic ● 2 cups diced tomatoes, peeled and seeded ● 1 cup diced yellow squash ● 1 cup diced zucchini ● 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained ● 1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans with liquid ● 1 (15-ounce) can white navy beans with liquid ● salt, pepper and Creole seasoning to taste ● ½ cup sliced green onions Method: In a saucepot, bring chicken stock to a rolling boil

5

Technique & Execution: One variety at a time, poach the pumpkin, acorn squash, butternut squash, mirliton and sweet potatoes in the stock until just tender, about 5 minutes each

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6

Technique & Execution: Remove from poaching liquid and set aside reserving liquid for later use

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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