Crispy Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties
Savor the delightful combination of crispy exteriors and soft, savory interiors with these Crispy Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties. Perfect as a snack or a side dish, they bring together wholesome ingredients for a nutritious and delicious treat. Infused with aromatic spices and packed with plant-based protein, these patties are sure to impress at any gathering or family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack/Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 400g), peeled and diced
- 1 cup red lentils (200g), rinsed
- 1 medium onion (about 150g), finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 cup rolled oats (90g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
Instructions
- Rinse red lentils under cold water until clear. Combine with 2 cups of water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes until tender. Drain if needed.
- Boil sweet potatoes in water until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and mash in a large bowl.
- Mix cooked lentils, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, and oats into the mashed sweet potatoes until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small patties (about 2 inches in diameter). If too wet, add more oats as necessary.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg