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Several crispy sweet potato lentil patties arranged on a wooden cutting board with fresh greens in the background.

Crispy Sweet Potato Lentil Patties

These patties are a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian option, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 large sweet potato cooked and mashed
  • 1 cup cooked brown lentils drained and rinsed if canned
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats or gluten-free oats
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or other cooking oil

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Fork
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, cooked lentils, rolled oats, cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Use a fork or your hands to mix everything together until well combined.
  3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 3/4 inch thick.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the patties in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  5. Alternatively, you can bake the patties. Place the shaped patties on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and firm.
  6. Serve the patties warm.

Notes

These patties are delicious served on their own, in a bun as a burger, or crumbled over a salad. They can be made ahead of time and reheated.