Description
Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Patties are a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with the protein-packed goodness of red lentils. These golden-brown patties feature a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior, making them an ideal appetizer or main course for any gathering. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at potlucks, these patties are sure to be a hit at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup red lentils (200g), rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (100g)
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine rinsed lentils with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until tender (about 15 minutes).
- Boil cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 10-12 minutes). Drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tbsp olive oil. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mash cooked sweet potatoes with lentils. Stir in sautéed onions, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs until well combined.
- Shape mixture into patties about 3 inches wide; place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat remaining olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Fry patties until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (75g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg