Posted by Melissa Kinghttps://mywholefoodlife.com/2014/09/10/acorn-squash-veggie-burgers/

Acorn Squash Veggie Burgers

Prep Time 5 min Cook Time 1 hr, 30 Serves 15 burgers     adjust servings

A healthy veggie burger recipe you will love!

Ingredients

  • 1 acorn squash
  • 1 1/2 cup gluten free rolled oats
  • 1 cup red onion (diced)
  • 1 cup pistachios (pieces)
  • 1/4 cup gluten free oat flour
  • 1 flax egg
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • sea salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350.
  2. Cut squash in half and remove the seeds. Brush the squash with oil and place face down on a lined baking sheet .
  3. Bake for about 45 minutes. You can tell it's done when you can easily press a fork through the flesh.
  4. Remove from oven.
  5. Remove skin.
  6. Put squash in a colander for 20 minutes, with a bowl underneath, to let excess water drip off as it cools.
  7. After the squash is mostly cooled, mix all ingredients in a dry bowl.
  8. Form into patties about a quarter cup at a time, place on a baking sheet , and put in oven to bake for 30-35 minutes. Flip them halfway through.
  9. Remove and serve.

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Recipe Notes

These burgers should last a week in the fridge. You can also freeze them for longer storage. Enjoy!

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