Description
Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers are a hearty and flavorful vegetarian dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the richness of black beans. These easy-to-make patties are ideal for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, and can be customized with various toppings to suit your taste. With their vibrant colors and satisfying texture, they’re sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 25 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, mash the roasted sweet potatoes until smooth but slightly chunky. Stir in black beans, oats, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties about half an inch thick and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp.
- Assemble burgers with your choice of toppings like avocado slices or lettuce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add spices like smoked paprika or chili powder. Mix in corn or diced bell peppers for added texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.