Best 5 Summer Squash Patties Recipes

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Calling all veggie lovers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these delectable Summer Squash Patties. These patties are a perfect blend of flavors and textures, featuring grated zucchini and summer squash, along with a delightful assortment of herbs and spices. They're incredibly versatile too - serve them as a hearty appetizer, a delicious side dish, or even as a main course with your favorite dipping sauce.

These patties are not just tasty, they're also incredibly nutritious. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, they're a guilt-free indulgence that nourishes your body while satisfying your cravings. And the best part? They're incredibly easy to make, thanks to simple, step-by-step instructions that guide you through the entire process.

In addition to the classic Summer Squash Patties, this article offers a delightful selection of variations to suit every palate. Craving something with a spicy kick? Try the Mexican-inspired patties, bursting with the flavors of chili powder, cumin, and cilantro. Looking for a lighter option? The Greek-style patties are just the ticket, featuring a refreshing blend of feta cheese, dill, and lemon zest. And for those who love a bit of cheesy goodness, the Cheddar-Stuffed patties are an absolute must-try.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, these Summer Squash Patties are sure to impress. They're a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy the bounty of summer produce, and with so many variations to choose from, there's something for everyone. So grab your aprons and fire up the stove – it's time to create a summer feast that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SQUASH PATTIES RECIPE



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Miniature, savory, yellow squash pancakes

Provided by Paula Rhodes

Categories     Vegetables and Side Dishes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound yellow squash (sliced)
1/4 cup yellow onions (chopped)
1/4 red peppers (chopped (yellow, orange, or green peppers, optional))
1 egg (large)
1/4 cup flour (unbleached, all-purpose)
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon sugar (granulated)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (table or sea salt)
Freshly ground pepper
A sprinkle of fresh thyme ((optional))
2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for the skillet)

Steps:

  • Finely chop yellow squash and place into a microwave-safe glass bowl along with onions and peppers.
  • Microwave on HIGH for 9-10 minutes or until squash is thoroughly cooked and soft. Drain. Mash. Drain again. (I place cooked veggie mixture in a sieve and press on it with a big spoon.)
  • Add remaining ingredients to cooked squash and stir to combine.
  • Heat a large skillet on medium. Add oil and heat until it glistens. Drop batter by spoonfuls into your skillet without crowding. Flatten with the back of a spoon to make a patty.
  • Cook until golden brown on one side, then flip to fry the other side (similar to making pancakes). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 171 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 416 mg, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

SUMMER SQUASH FRITTERS WITH GARLIC DIPPING SAUCE



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David Venable, the most popular host on QVC, has a reputation for comfort food in its most cheesy, porky forms. But he is also a son of the South, and loves his summer vegetables. This recipe shows off his appreciation of both and is a delicious way to use up summer squash. It might seem daunting to peel 20 cloves of garlic, but you can make quick work of it by smashing the unpeeled cloves lightly with the side of a knife. The papery part will be easy to remove, and the cloves will still roast up mellow and soft. The resulting sauce is also excellent on sandwiches.

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     lunch, snack, vegetables, appetizer

Time 1h25m

Yield About 18 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 18

20 garlic cloves, peeled (about 2 heads)
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup chives, minced
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup shredded white Cheddar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs
3/4 cup cold beer
1 cup grated zucchini (about one 6- to 7-ounce zucchini), drained on paper towels 15 minutes
1 cup grated yellow squash (about one 6-to 7-ounce squash), drained on paper towels 15 minutes
1 small yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 cup canola oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees, put garlic cloves in a small baking dish and add enough olive oil to cover. Roast until garlic is soft and golden, about 30 minutes. Cool.
  • Drain garlic, reserving oil. Transfer to a food processor, add 1 tablespoon reserved oil and the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper and purée. Transfer to a bowl and stir in chives. Use remaining oil for another purpose.
  • Combine flour, Cheddar, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, gently whisk eggs with beer. Pour egg mixture into flour mixture and stir until combined. Stir in zucchini, yellow squash and onion.
  • Heat canola oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Drop about 1 tablespoon of batter into the oil per fritter and fry 6 fritters at a time until golden-brown, 2 to 3 minutes a side. Remove to paper towels to drain. Serve hot, with the sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 254, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 179 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

SQUASH PATTIES



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These fried squash patties are a nice summer side dish and are very similar to potato patties.

Provided by Donna Brown

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c grated squash
1/2 onion, grated (or finely chopped green onions with tops)
2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp each of salt and black pepper
1/4 c plus 2 tablespoons flour
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • 1. Mix squash, onion, sugar, salt and pepper and place in colander to drain. The salt and sugar will draw the moisture out of the squash. You want most of the moisture out of the squash, so you may leave in the colander for a while or squeeze mixture with your hands to remove as much of the liquid as possible. Place squash mixture in bowl and add flour and eggs. Mix well. Place extra virgin olive oil plus a small amount of canola oil in a frying pan and heat. (The canola oil will keep the olive oil from burning as olive will get very hot and burn quickly.) Form squash mixture into patties and fry until done and browned.

SUMMER SQUASH PATTIES



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Our garden always produces a lot of squash so we always look for ways to use it. There are all kinds of recipes for zucchini patties and this is my version. It is easy and quick to put together. This recipe is full of good taste too.

Provided by J. White Harris

Categories     Vegetables

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 c grated squash
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 c grated cheddar cheese
2 large egg, beaten
1 c bisquick
1 tsp greek or italian seasoning
1/4 tsp ground chipotle chile pepper
salt & pepper to taste
olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Put all ingredients except olive oil into a medium bowl and mix well.
  • 2. Heat about 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet. When heated to medium high, add squashi mixture by the spoonful. Use the back of the spoon to press out each spoonful to form a patty. Cook about 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  • 3. Drain squash patties on paper towels. While still hot, lightly salt. Serve and enjoy.

SUMMER SQUASH FRITTERS



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This is a fast and easy snack or lunch idea. These summer squash fritters are so delicious it's hard to believe how good they are for you. It only takes a few minutes to make, and they are so crispy they're addictive. This is a great way to use the abundance of squash at the end of the season. There are so many vitamins in this, but the kids will only know how good they are.

Provided by Janet Shytle

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 yellow squash, grated
3 tablespoons grated onion
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
⅛ teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, or more as needed
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste
¼ cup chopped onion, or to taste
¼ cup sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place grated squash in a colander and squeeze out all excess water; you should have about 1 cup grated squash. Transfer squash to a bowl. Add onion, flour, egg, baking powder, and salt and stir batter together.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drop batter into the hot pan and use the back of a large spoon to flatten fritters to 3 to 4 inches in diameter and to 1/4- to 1/8-inch thickness. Cook until edges are deep brown, about 1 minute. Flip over and cook 30 seconds more. Transfer fritters to a plate lined with a paper towel and sprinkle lightly with salt. Repeat with remaining batter, melting more butter in the pan as needed.
  • Serve warm topped with Cheddar cheese, onion, and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 151 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 407 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a box grater to quickly and easily shred the zucchini and potatoes.
  • Squeeze out as much excess moisture from the zucchini and potatoes as possible. This will help the patties hold together better.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the patties tough.
  • Cook the patties over medium heat so that they have time to cook through without burning.
  • Serve the patties immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Summer squash patties are a delicious and easy way to use up fresh summer squash. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun summer cookout. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of these tasty patties that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy summer squash, give these patties a try!

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