Lime Drenched Sweet Potato Black Bean Patties
Lime Drenched Sweet Potato Black Bean Patties are a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian option that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with hearty black beans, all enhanced by zesty lime. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, these crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside patties are sure to impress everyone at your table. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, they make for an ideal dish any time of year.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 patties (serves around 4) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 400g), peeled and cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for about 25 minutes until tender.
- Let sweet potatoes cool slightly, then mash in a large bowl until mostly smooth with some chunks for texture.
- Mix in black beans, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, panko breadcrumbs, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form mixture into patties about half an inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for about five minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like avocado or yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (80g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg