If we had to count the ways we love squash blossoms, it might take a while, so let's compromise with a few highlights. These farmers market favorites have a delicate flavor, are eye-catching to say the least, and are practically designed to be stuffed with all matter of delectable fillings. What's more, it always feels a bit magical — unreal even — to dine on these and other edible flowers [1]. Whether you prefer your blossoms fried, shredded, or atop a pizza, we've found a recipe worth trying.
Source: Yummy Mummy Kitchen [2], Not Derby Pie [3], Nicole Perry, A Cozy Kitchen [4]
Squash Blossom Pizza
Let squash blossoms steal the spotlight atop an otherwise pared-down tomato and mozzarella pizza [5].
Source: Yummy Mummy Kitchen [6]
Squash Blossom Soup
Squash blossoms take an elegant turn in crema de flor de calabaza [7], a light but creamy Mexican soup.
Source: Kitchen Konfidence [8]
Stuffed Squash Blossoms With Saffron Rice
Lightly fried squash blossoms [9] pair beautifully — in both aesthetics and taste — with slightly sweet saffron rice.
Source: The Lunchbox Bunch [10]
Pappardelle With Squash Blossoms
Celebrate Summer by letting chopped squash blossoms, classic mirepoix ingredients (onions, carrots, and celery), and an egg yolk mingle into a luxurious sauce [11] perfect for dressing wide strips of pappardelle.
Source: Not Derby Pie [12]
Burrata-Stuffed Squash Blossoms With Tapenade
For a hands-on appetizer, set out a platter of burrata-stuffed squash blossoms [13], tapenade, and slices of toasted baguette, so that you and your guests can make customized crostini.
Photo: Nicole Perry
Squash Blossom and Goat Cheese Frittata
Squash blossoms become picnic- and brunch-friendly when nestled into a goat cheese frittata [14]. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature, and either way, it's bound to be delightful.
Source: A Cozy Kitchen [15]
Bacon- and Mushroom-Stuffed Squash Blossoms
For a less delicate, meatier take on stuffed squash blossoms, try this recipe [16] that generously fills the flowers with bacon, bread crumbs, and oyster mushrooms.
Source: Fake Food Free [17]
Maltagliati Pasta With Summer Vegetables
Pile on the veggies — zucchini, corn, squash blossoms, and leeks — for a rustic pasta dish [18] that celebrates the season.
Source: Aida Mollenkamp [19]