Vegan Sweet Potato Black Bean (Printable)

Hearty sweet potato and black bean patties paired with zesty avocado lime sauce for a satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Burgers

01 - 1 large sweet potato (about 12 oz), peeled and cubed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
04 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
05 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

→ For the Avocado Lime Sauce

14 - 1 ripe avocado
15 - 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
17 - 1 garlic clove
18 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ To Serve

20 - 4 vegan burger buns
21 - Lettuce leaves
22 - Tomato slices
23 - Red onion slices

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil and spread evenly on the prepared tray. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a food processor, pulse oats into coarse meal. Add roasted sweet potato, black beans, red onion, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, cilantro, and lime juice. Pulse until combined with chunky texture, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Shape mixture into 4 equal burger patties. Place on a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm and set properly.
05 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly oil the surface. Cook patties 4-5 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
06 - Combine avocado, vegan mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic clove, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Toast burger buns if desired. Layer each bun with lettuce, tomato, red onion, patty, and generous amount of avocado lime sauce. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutrient-rich ingredients make these burgers as healthy as they are delicious
  • The patties hold together well without eggs or other animal products
  • Freezer-friendly for convenient meal prep
  • The avocado lime sauce adds a refreshing contrast to the smoky patties
  • Perfect for both vegans and meat-eaters looking to enjoy more plant-based meals
02 -
  • Make a double batch and freeze the extra patties for quick future meals
  • For a firmer texture, you can add 2 tablespoons of flour to the mixture
  • The avocado lime sauce can be made up to a day ahead and stored in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface
  • For meal prep, prepare all components separately and assemble just before serving
  • Use an ice cream scoop to portion the patties evenly before shaping
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