Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers

These Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers are a tasty and healthy way to eat without meat. They are tasty and healthy because they are full of flavor and have fresh toppings on top.

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!