Cheesy Butternut Squash Fritters

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These sweet and savory butternut squash fritters are perfect for Thanksgiving—or anytime you want a toasty, cheesy side dish. Look for a butternut squash with a long neck to make shredding easier.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on April 19, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

Active Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

Cooking spray
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried sage
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded peeled butternut squash (12 ounces)
¾ cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
2 scallions, sliced
1 large egg, beaten
Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (Optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray.
Whisk flour, sage, pepper, baking powder and salt together in a small bowl. Combine squash, Cheddar, scallions and egg in a large bowl. Add the flour mixture to the squash mixture and stir well to coat.
Scoop 2 generous tablespoonfuls of the squash mixture into a mound on the prepared baking sheet; flatten into a 3-inch round. Repeat with the remaining mixture, making 12 fritters. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Bake, turning once, until crisp and golden, about 25 minutes. Serve with a dollop of sour cream (or yogurt), if desired.

Tips

Equipment: Parchment paper

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, November 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

135	Calories
6g	Fat
16g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 2 fritters
Calories 135
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 16g	6%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 6g	12%
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Vitamin A 6298IU	126%
Sodium 205mg	9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Cheesy Butternut Squash Fritters

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