Fast and Easy Spaghetti Squash Fritters

Transform your weeknight dinners with these **Fast and Easy Spaghetti Squash Fritters**, the perfect balance of crispy, cheesy goodness and wholesome vegetables. Made with tender roasted spaghetti squash, sharp Parmesan cheese, and a touch of garlic and onion powder, these fritters are lightly pan-fried to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Squeeze out the squash’s natural moisture to ensure each fritter holds its shape and achieves a satisfying crunch. This versatile dish is ideal as a savory appetizer, a light main course, or a fun side dish, and pairs beautifully with marinara sauce or a dollop of sour cream for dipping. With minimal ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is a delicious and nutritious way to add more veggies to your plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium spaghetti squash
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Bake the squash for 30-40 minutes or until the flesh is tender and can be easily shredded. Let it cool slightly before handling.

Step 4

Using a fork, scrape the flesh of the squash into strands, then transfer the strands to a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible to help the fritters hold their shape.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of the spaghetti squash strands with the egg, flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Scoop 2 tablespoons of the mixture and shape it into a small patty. Place it into the skillet and repeat with the remaining mixture, working in batches to avoid crowding.

Step 8

Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a side of sour cream or marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1203.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1361.5

Total Fat 99.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.8g
Cholesterol 286mg	0%
Sodium 3996.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.0g
Protein 47.9g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 1138.1mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1289.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 23.8%