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Crispy Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Patties

Delicious patties made from sweet potatoes and red lentils, perfect for snacks or light meals, coupled with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Appetizer, Light Meal, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes Peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup red lentils Cook according to package instructions
  • 1/2 medium onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Optional for crunchiness
  • oil for frying
Avocado Cilantro Sauce
  • 1 medium avocado
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • to taste salt
  • splash water To adjust consistency

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then boil until soft.
  2. In a separate pot, cook the red lentils according to package instructions until tender.
  3. In a large bowl, mash together the sweet potatoes and lentils.
  4. Add the onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
  5. Form the mixture into patties.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the patties until golden brown on both sides.
Sauce Preparation
  1. For the avocado cilantro sauce, blend the avocado, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and a splash of water until creamy.
Serving
  1. Serve the patties warm with the avocado sauce on the side.

Notes

These patties can be customized with other vegetables or spices. They are best served warm and can be paired with a side salad or roasted veggies.