Spaghetti Squash Fritters

Crispy spaghetti squash fritters are flavor-packed with plenty of plant protein! These wholesome squash patties are easy to make and taste delicious as an appetizer or side dish.

Prep Time1

Cook Time15

Total Time2 15

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: spaghetti squash fritters, squash patties

Servings: fritters

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Alyssa

Ingredients

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 cups cooked squash)
1 cup quinoa cooked
1/4 cup quinoa flour
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
1 large egg lightly beaten
1 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil (or oil of choice) for cooking

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place squash cut side down in a baking dish and add 1/4" in of water. Roast for 40 - 50 minutes, until a knife can easily penetrate the skin.
Remove from oven, flip over and let sit until cool enough to handle. Scoop out the flesh with a fork into a clean, dry dishtowel. Squeeze as much water as you can out of the squash. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
Add remaining ingredients to a bowl and fold to combine. The mixture should start to resemble a soft dough.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add cakes and cook until golden on one side, 2 - 3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1 - 2 minutes. Repeat with remaining cakes.
Serve immediately with a side of salsa, hummus or tomato sauce.

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