For extra flavor, try roasting the butternut squash and cauliflower before steaming. A touch of smoked paprika can enhance the savory profile of these patties. Serve on a bed of greens or in a gluten-free bun with your favorite toppings.
Delight in these wholesome veggie patties, a symphony of textures and nutty flavors, perfectly crafted for vegan, gluten-free, and paleo diets. A delightful and nutritious alternative to traditional burgers.
Prepare Butternut Squash: Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add butternut squash cubes, cover, and steam until tender, about 7-10 minutes. Transfer squash to a bowl and mash; measure 1/2 cup mashed squash and reserve.
Steam Cauliflower and Broccoli: Place the steamer insert back into the saucepan and refill with water to reach just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower and broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, about 2-6 minutes.
Process Nuts and Seeds: In a blender or food processor, process walnuts, almonds, and sunflower seeds together until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Add broccoli and cauliflower, blend until finely chopped and incorporated.
Combine Ingredients: Blend 1/2 cup mashed squash, salt, cumin, and black pepper into the nuts mixture until well-mixed. If the mixture is too thick to process, transfer it to a bowl and mix by hand.
Shape Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties.
Cook Patties: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties in hot oil until browned and heated through, about 2 minutes per side.
For extra flavor, try roasting the butternut squash and cauliflower before steaming. A touch of smoked paprika can enhance the savory profile of these patties. Serve on a bed of greens or in a gluten-free bun with your favorite toppings.
Reilly Hamill
Jun 29, 2025These patties are so versatile! I've used them in wraps, on salads, and even crumbled on top of pasta.
Alycia Nader
May 25, 2025The texture is perfect - not too mushy and not too dry. They hold together well during cooking.
Kenna Romaguera
May 9, 2025I was skeptical about a veggie burger without beans, but these were surprisingly satisfying and flavorful. A great alternative!