Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked sweet potatoes, mashed
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese optional
- 4 whole wheat burger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and avocado for garnish
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes and black beans
Mash them together until well mixed
Add breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper
Mix until the mixture is well combined
Fold in chopped cilantro and grated cheddar cheese if desired
Form the mixture into 4 equal patties
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly grease it with oil
Cook the sweet potato black bean patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are heated through and have a nice crust
Toast the whole wheat burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until they are slightly crispy
Assemble the burgers by placing lettuce, tomato, and avocado on the bottom bun, followed by the sweet potato black bean patty, and then the top bun
Serve hot and enjoy!