How to Make Butternut Squash Patties - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fall is the perfect time to indulge in the flavors of hearty squash, and one of the best ways to celebrate this delicious vegetable is by making Butternut Squash Patties. This recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy the sweet, nutty flavor of butternut squash while also incorporating it into a savory, satisfying dish.

What makes these patties so special is the combination of creamy butternut squash, rich Parmesan cheese, and savory herbs and spices. The result is a delightful medley of fla...

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Ingredients

  • 1 small butternut squash, halved and seeded
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • ½ cup bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger root
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place butternut squash, cut-side up, in a 9x13-inch baking dish; cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly. Scoop flesh from butternut squash and transfer to a bowl; mash.
  • Cook and stir pine nuts in a dry, heavy skillet over medium heat until toasted and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir pine nuts, rice, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, egg, ginger root, garlic, salt, and black pepper into mashed butternut squash until evenly combined; shape into patties.
  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat; cook patties, working in batches, until crispy and browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    245 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 136mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 36mg
    • Calcium: 145mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 673mg