Cheryl's Veggie-Nut Patties

Recipe View 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.

Recipe View 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.

Recipe View 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.

Recipe View 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.

Recipe View Shape Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties.

Recipe View 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.