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SWEET POTATO & RED LENTIL PATTIE

Crispy Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties You’ll Crave

A delectable and nutritious SWEET POTATO & RED LENTIL PATTIE recipe, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 cup red lentils cooked
  • 1 cup grated sweet potato for natural sweetness
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or chickpea flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup yogurt or plant-based yogurt

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of red lentils with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until tender. Drain excess water and cool slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils with grated sweet potato, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Add cumin, paprika, and ground coriander. Mix well.
  3. Add the chopped cilantro and half a cup of flour to the mixture, stirring until combined. Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Form lentil mixture into patties, about 2-3 inches wide. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. In a blender, combine avocado, cilantro, minced garlic, lime juice, and yogurt. Blend until smooth, adding water if necessary for consistency.
  6. Serve warm patties drizzled with creamy avocado sauce or on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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