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Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Patties (Easy & Flavorful!)

These Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Patties are incredibly easy, packed with plant-based protein, and bursting with flavor. Tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, they're perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 large sweet potato peeled and diced
  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs plus more if needed
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Saucepans
  • 1 Large Bowl

Instructions
 

  1. Peel and dice the sweet potato. Boil in water for 10-12 minutes until tender. In a separate pot, simmer the rinsed red lentils in water for 15-20 minutes until soft and the water is absorbed. Drain both very well.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for 5 minutes until soft, then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potato. Add the cooked lentils, sautéed onion and garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into 8-10 evenly sized patties. Heat the remaining 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, ensure the sweet potato and lentils are drained very well to prevent the mixture from being too wet.
If the mixture feels too sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before forming the patties.
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