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    Posted on: Nov 7, 2019 · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (vegan, healthyish)

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    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger recipe with step by step photos. A vegan burger packed with a ton of flavor including Vegan Chipotle Aioli and Guacamole.

    My inspiration for this delicious vegan burger comes from Eat by Chloe. It's this vegan cafe in New York City that has the best food. On my last trip to NYC, I had Eat by Chloe's Guac Burger twice, it's that good.
    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (vegan, healthyish)

    This Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger is filled with ingredients that are good for you, such as, sweet potato, black beans, and quinoa. I also threw in garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, and red onion for flavor, along with some spices. Aside from the burger though, the secret is in the Vegan Chipotle Aioli Sauce that makes this dish. Do not skip making this, it's so good. Hope you guys make this vegan burger.
    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (vegan, healthyish)

    sweet potato black bean burger recipe is:

    Vegan
    Healthy-ish
    Gluten-Free (use gluten-free bun and breadcrumbs)
    Packed with Flavor
    Satisfying
    High in Protein
    Good for you
    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (vegan, healthyish)

    how to make sweet potato black bean burger step by step?

    Prep

    Using an Instant Pot, steam a sweet potato with 1 cup of water on high pressure for 12 minutes. Once done, peel the sweet potato and chop.
    In the meantime, soak cashews in boiling hot water for about 15-30 minutes.
    Once done, cook the ½ cup of uncooked quinoa and ½ cup water in the Instant Pot on high pressure for 1 minute. 
    In the meantime, chop the red onion, garlic, jalapeno, and cilantro.

    Make the Guacamole

    In a bowl, combine avocado, lime juice, red onions, cilantro, serrano chilies, and salt. Mix well. Set aside and refrigerate.

    Make the Vegan Chipotle Aioli

    Drain the cashews and add to a NutriBullet. Also add 6 tablespoon water, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and chipotle peppers.
    Blend until smooth and creamy.
    Pour into a bowl. Refrigerate until you're ready to build your burger.

    Make the Burger Patties

    Add the peeled and chopped sweet potato, black beans and 1 cup of cooked quinoa to a food processor.
    Pulse until everything is well blended.
    This is what you should have.

    Add the red onion, garlic, jalapeno and cilantro.
    Followed by all the spices - cumin, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well until well combined.
    Add corn. 
    And breadcrumbs. Mix well.

    Split the patty mixture evenly into 4-6 sections.
    I made 4 thick patties, however you can also make 6 thinner patties. My husband prefers thinner patties, just fyi.
    Heat up a castiron skillet on medium. Once hot, spray avocado oil or any high heat oil. Place the patty on the skillet. Spray the top of the patty with avocado oil as well.
    Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side to your liking. I prefer a slightly crunch on my patties.

    Build your Burger

    Lightly toast a whole wheat bun. Spread a generous layer of the chipotle aioli on the bottom half of the bun.
    Layer with the patty, then lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
    Now top with a generous amount of guacamole.
    Followed by tortilla strips.

    Garnish

    Finish the burger off with ketchup and more chipotle aioli sauce. Top with the other half. Enjoy!
    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (vegan, healthyish)


    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger (vegan, healthyish)

    Vegan, Healthyish, Gluten-free option
    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger recipe with step by step photos. A vegan burger that's packed with a ton of flavor including Vegan Chipotle Aioli and Guacamole.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 - 6 servings
    Prep Time: 45 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes
    Calories: 611kcal
    Author: Nisha

    Equipment

    • Lodge 12"

    Ingredients

    For the Guacamole

    • 1 large avocado
    • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
    • ⅓ teaspoon salt
    • ½ fresh lime juice

    For the Vegan Chipotle Aioli

    • ½ cup cashews, in boiling water
    • 6 tablespoon water
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
    • salt to taste
    • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce from a can

    For the Sweet Potato Black Bean Patties

    • 1 medium organic sweet potato, steamed & cubed
    • 15 ounces organic black beans, drained & rinsed
    • 1 cup cooked quinoa, use ½ cup uncooked
    • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
    • 1 jalapeno, deseeded, finely chopped
    • 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 2 teaspoon cumin powder
    • ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs

    Build your Burger

    • 4 whole wheat bun, lightly toasted
    • spread vegan chipotle aioli sauce
    • 1 cooked patty
    • fresh butter lettuce leaves
    • 2-3 tomatoes, sliced
    • sliced red onion
    • spread ketchup

    Instructions

    Prep

    • Using an Instant Pot, steam a sweet potato with 1 cup of water on high pressure for 12 minutes. Once done, peel the sweet potato and chop.
    • In the meantime, soak cashews in boiling hot water for about 15-30 minutes.
    • Once done, cook the ½ cup of uncooked quinoa and ½ cup water in the Instant Pot on high pressure for 1 minute.
    • In the meantime, chop the red onion, garlic, jalapeno, and cilantro.

    Make the Guacamole

    • In a bowl, combine avocado, lime juice, red onions, cilantro, serrano chilies, and salt. Mix well. Set aside and refrigerate.

    Make the Vegan Chipotle Aioli

    • Drain the cashews and add to a NutriBullet. Also add 6 tablespoon water, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and chipotle peppers.
    • Blend until smooth and creamy.
    • Pour into a bowl. Refrigerate until you're ready to build your burger.

    Make the Burger Patties

    • Add the peeled and chopped sweet potato, black beans and 1 cup of cooked quinoa to a food processor.
    • Pulse until everything is well blended.
    • This is what you should have.
    • Add the red onion, garlic, jalapeno and cilantro.
    • Followed by all the spices - cumin, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well until well combined.
    • Add corn.
    • And breadcrumbs. Mix well.
    • Split the patty mixture evenly into 4-6 sections.
    • I made 4 thick patties, however you can also make 6 thinner patties. My husband prefers thinner patties, just fyi.
    • Heat up a castiron skillet on medium. Once hot, spray avocado oil or any high heat oil. Place the patty on the skillet. Spray the top of the patty with avocado oil as well.
    • Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side to your liking. I prefer a slightly crunch on my patties.

    Build your Burger

    • Lightly toast a whole wheat bun. Spread a generous layer of the chipotle aioli on the bottom half of the bun.
    • Layer with the patty, then lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
    • Now top with a generous amount of guacamole.
    • Followed by tortilla strips.

    Garnish

    • Finish the burger off with ketchup and more chipotle aioli sauce. Top with the other half. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 611kcalCarbohydrates: 95gProtein: 23gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 1103mgPotassium: 1309mgFiber: 21gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 8851IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 9mg
    Keyword Black Bean, Burgers, Sweet Potato, Vegan Burger
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    1. Payal says

      November 18, 2019 at 11:12 pm

      5 stars
      These sweet potato black bean patties turned out amazing! I added them to my salads for the week. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    2. Komal says

      July 23, 2020 at 11:09 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great recipe. And that cashew sauce omg soo good and spicy!! I was able to make 9 medium sized patties.
      Everyone enjoyed it!!

      Reply
    3. Amrita vinu rohit says

      September 27, 2020 at 10:58 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious! Especially that vegan sauce!

      Reply
    4. Neha says

      October 11, 2020 at 4:37 pm

      5 stars
      Made these burgers and they were finger licking delicuous! The recipe was soo east and simple to follow. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply

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