Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers

If you don’t have dinner plans for tonight, I’ve got you covered. Whether you’re reading this on the day I publish it, Cinco de Mayo, or some random Tuesday in July, these Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burgers are a good idea.

I’m of the camp that veggie and/or bean burgers are always a good idea. It’s probably my #1 most ordered item when I go to restaurants. Without a doubt, I prefer a good veggie burger to a good hamburger.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal+3 tablespoons water (or 1 egg)
• 1 cup cooked mashed sweet potato (from 1 large or 2 smaller sweet potatoes)
• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• oil (I like avocado oil for this)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix together your flaxseed meal and water and set it aside until it gels.
2. Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Use a potato masher or the back of a large spoon to mash the beans, leaving a few in tact for texture.
3. In a large skillet, heat a thin layer of oil over medium high heat.
4. Form the sweet potato mixture into 6 patties.
5. When the skillet is hot enough to sizzle, add the patties, in batches if necessary. Cook on one side until a crispy exterior is formed, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Please visit Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers for full instructions.