Instructions
Boil or bake the sweet potatoes until tender. Mash and let cool. Meanwhile, cook red lentils until soft but not mushy. Drain excess water and let cool.
Step 2: Mix the Patty Dough
In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, cooked lentils, chopped onions, garlic, herbs, spices, breadcrumbs, and the egg. Stir well until a thick, moldable mixture forms. If too soft, add extra breadcrumbs a tablespoon at a time.
Step 3: Shape and Chill
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8–10 small patties. Place them on a tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes—this helps them hold together better during cooking.
Step 4: Make the Avocado Sauce
In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, yogurt, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, and salt. Blend until creamy. Add water to thin if needed. Taste and adjust salt or lime as desired.
Step 5: Cook the Patties
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a bit of olive oil. Cook patties in batches, 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Handle gently when flipping.
Step 6: Assemble and Serve
Place the patties on a plate, dollop generously with avocado sauce, drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze, and top with fresh herbs or green onions. Serve warm.
Instructions
Boil or bake the sweet potatoes until tender. Mash and let cool. Meanwhile, cook red lentils until soft but not mushy. Drain excess water and let cool.
Step 2: Mix the Patty Dough
In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, cooked lentils, chopped onions, garlic, herbs, spices, breadcrumbs, and the egg. Stir well until a thick, moldable mixture forms. If too soft, add extra breadcrumbs a tablespoon at a time.
Step 3: Shape and Chill
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8–10 small patties. Place them on a tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes—this helps them hold together better during cooking.
Step 4: Make the Avocado Sauce
In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, yogurt, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, and salt. Blend until creamy. Add water to thin if needed. Taste and adjust salt or lime as desired.
Step 5: Cook the Patties
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a bit of olive oil. Cook patties in batches, 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Handle gently when flipping.
Step 6: Assemble and Serve
Place the patties on a plate, dollop generously with avocado sauce, drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze, and top with fresh herbs or green onions. Serve warm.
