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Crispy Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties

Delicious and crispy patties made from roasted sweet potatoes and nutty red lentils, topped with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the patties
  • 1 large sweet potato (about 1 cup mashed) Peel, chop, and steam until soft.
  • 1 cup red lentils Rinse well before cooking.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the creamy avocado cilantro sauce
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 tablespoon juice of lime
  • to taste Salt
  • as needed Water For consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Lentils: In a pot, combine the rinsed red lentils with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until soft. Drain any excess water.
  2. Cook the Sweet Potato: While the lentils are cooking, steam the chopped sweet potato until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before mashing.
  3. Mix It Up: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, cooked red lentils, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Form Patties: Stir in the breadcrumbs to bind the mixture, then form into patties about 2-3 inches in diameter.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
  2. Make the Sauce: For the creamy avocado cilantro sauce, blend together the avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a food processor. Add water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
Serving
  1. Serve the patties warm, drizzled with the avocado cilantro sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

These patties store beautifully! Place any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where they will last for about 3-4 days. You can also freeze them for longer storage, up to 3 months. To reheat, place the patties in a preheated oven at 373°F (190°C) for about 15 minutes or until warmed through and crispy.