Description
Delicious and nutritious Zesty Sweet Potato and Black Bean Patties that are perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cubed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
- Add the black beans to the bowl and mash them lightly, leaving some whole for texture.
- Stir in the breadcrumbs, red onion, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, lime juice, and mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick. You should have about 8 patties.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the mixture.
- These patties can be baked at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg