Healthy Squash Kale Fritters

Healthy, easy to make, and seriously delicious  Squash Kale Fritters are loaded with butternut  squash and lacinto kale. A hit with kids and adults alike, this is an easy way to get picky eaters to get more veggies. All made in under 20 minutes, using just one bowl for the batter.

Recipe gold was hit on the first try when experimenting with this idea. Usually a lot of adjusting and testing is needed before a recipe is perfected, but no such story with this one. Sometimes, on occasion, the cards all align like that.

To get started making these beauties, you'll need a bowl, a skillet (cast iron preferred!), and your ingredients:

Ingredients needed

• Butternut Squash

• Kale (I use Lacinto, but any variety works the same)

• Onion

• Eggs

• All Purpose Flour

• Salt

• Pepper

• Paprika

• Olive Oil

You can also use different spices for a different flavor profile. This recipe lends itself to customization. Maybe chili spice? Or how about an herby fritter with dried or fresh sage and thyme? Lots of possibilities.

Just keep all other ingredients and amounts the same. ?

How To make Squash Kale Fritters

1. Grab a big bowl.

2. Add all ingredients and mix really well.

3. Heat a large skillet with olive oil on high heat.

4. Form into patties using a ¼ cup measurement and arrange them onto a baking sheet for easy transport.

5. When skillet is hot, place patties carefully on it using a spatula.

6. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side.

7. Drain fritters on a plate lined with paper towels.

8. Sprinkle with extra salt if desired.

9. Enjoy!

To shred the Butternut squash, I recommend using a food processor with the shredder attachment. It just makes the process fly by so much faster, and with lots less strain on your hands. BUT you can totally use a grater and do it by hand.

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The finer the squash is shredded, the better your fritters will hold up in the frying process.