Butternut Squash Cakes

Butternut Squash Cakes recipe pinit

Butternut squash is a good source of vitamin A and potassium.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1000
Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Place the squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side down, and roast in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.
  3. Scoop out the cooked squash flesh into a large bowl and mash it with a fork.
  4. Add the egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed squash. Mix well.
  5. Shape the mixture into small patties and place them on a plate.
  6. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the squash cakes for about 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  7. Remove the cakes from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Serve the butternut squash cakes warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Sugars 10g
Protein 5g10%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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