Butternut Squash Rösti Cakes

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
98%
Butternut Squash Rösti Cakes
45 min.
1
1326kcal

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If you’re looking for a delightful and healthy twist on a classic dish, look no further than these Butternut Squash Rösti Cakes! Combining the hearty essence of baking potatoes with the sweet, nutty flavor of butternut squash, this recipe is both a visual and culinary treat that will impress anyone at your table. What makes these rösti cakes even more appealing is their remarkable health score of 98, along with being gluten-free and dairy-free, making them perfect for a variety of dietary preferences.

These Rösti Cakes offer a satisfying crunch on the outside while remaining tender and flavorful on the inside. The inclusion of cayenne pepper adds a subtle kick, elevating this dish beyond your average potato cake. Not only are they great as a starter or side dish, but they can also hold their own as a main course with some light garnishes. Serve them hot, topped with luscious sour cream, delicate salmon caviar, and fresh chives for a touch of elegance. They are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, with a caloric breakdown that emphasizes healthy carbohydrates while providing a good balance of protein and fat.

Ready in just 45 minutes, these Butternut Squash Rösti Cakes are the perfect recipe to satisfy your hunger for something both nourishing and delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds baking potatoes shredded peeled
  •  butternut squash neck shredded peeled
  • serving cayenne pepper 
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch 
  • large eggs (large)
  • 0.5 cup onion minced
  • serving salt 
  • serving cup heavy whipping cream sour for garnish
  • serving vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the shredded squash and potatoes with the cornstarch, eggs and onion and season with salt and cayenne. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1/8 inch of oil until shimmering.
  2. Add 2-tablespoon-size mounds of the mixture to the skillet and cook over moderate heat, turning once, until golden and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Drain on paper towels and repeat, adding more oil to the skillet as needed and wiping out the pan occasionally. Top the rsti cakes with sour cream, caviar and chives and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1326kcal
Protein10.44%
Fat9.18%
Carbs80.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
143.75
Glycemic Load
98.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
69.455652775972%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.52mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
16.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1326.39kcal
66.32%
Fat:14.13g
21.73%
Saturated Fat:4.01g
25.07%
Carbohydrates:278.37g
92.79%
Net Carbohydrates:252.05g
91.65%
Sugar:24.69g
27.43%
Cholesterol:375.74mg
125.25%
Sodium:410.28mg
17.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.17g
72.34%
Vitamin A:81108.6IU
1622.17%
Vitamin C:203.87mg
247.11%
Vitamin B6:3.82mg
190.94%
Potassium:5776.47mg
165.04%
Manganese:2.79mg
139.45%
Magnesium:436.65mg
109.16%
Fiber:26.33g
105.3%
Vitamin B1:1.39mg
92.91%
Folate:362.83µg
90.71%
Phosphorus:861.11mg
86.11%
Vitamin E:12.83mg
85.53%
Vitamin B3:16.4mg
82.01%
Iron:13.48mg
74.91%
Copper:1.38mg
69.23%
Vitamin B5:6.69mg
66.89%
Selenium:39.94µg
57.06%
Calcium:527.43mg
52.74%
Vitamin B2:0.88mg
51.7%
Zinc:4.62mg
30.82%
Vitamin K:27.87µg
26.55%
Vitamin B12:0.97µg
16.17%
Vitamin D:2.12µg
14.14%
Source:My Recipes