Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers

Name: Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 cups cooked mashed sweet potato; 15 oz can of chickpeas; 15 oz can of cannellini beans; 1/2-1 cup of diced bell pepper; 1 medium-large jalapeno; 1 cup finely diced red onion; 1 cup finely diced white onion; 3 cloves garlic; 3 flax eggs; 1.5-2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; 2-4 TBSP extra virgin olive oil; 1.5 tsp cumin; 1 tsp Italian seasoning blend; 1 tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes; ½ tsp cayenne pepper; ½ tsp salt; freshly ground black pepper, parsley, and red pepper flakes, to taste

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Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
328 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers

Reese Morris

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Meal planning for the week? You totally need these sweet potato chickpea burgers! Aside from being healthy, vegan, and gluten-free, these tasty freezer-friendly veggie burgers are just plain delicious!

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Ingredients

Servings

1.5 cups cooked mashed sweet potato
15 oz can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
15 oz can of cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
1/2-1 cup of diced bell pepper
1 medium-large jalapeno diced
1 cup finely diced red onion
1 cup finely diced white onion
3 cloves garlic minced
3 flax eggs
1.5-2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant)
2-4 TBSP extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
1.5 tsp cumin
1 tsp Italian seasoning blend (I love using Mrs. Dash)
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp salt
freshly ground black pepper, parsley, and red pepper flakes, to taste

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Instructions

To start, prep your flax eggs by adding 9 tablespoons of water to 3 tablespoons of ground flax seeds.
Whisk together and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to set.
Bake or microwave your sweet potato and remove/discard the skin. Set aside.
Drain and rinse beans, then add to the sweet potato.
Next saute your onion, bell pepper, and jalapenos in approx 2-4 tablespoons of oil with a few cranks of freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle or two of red pepper flakes.
After about 7 minutes or so, add garlic and continue to saute until the veggies are translucent and tender.
While they cook, use a large wooden spoon or potato masher to partially mash the beans, but not fully. You can also lightly chop them in a food processor or blender if desired, but the texture from the beans is great so try to keep them chunky. They whole beans give the burgers a meaty texture that makes me feel like I'm eating a traditional burger. Only they're healthier... and more flavorful... and yes, just plain awesome this way.
For the oats, they can be left whole or "chopped" by grinding them in a blender or food processor. If you're sneaking them past a picky friend or family member, pulsing is the way to go, if you're pressed for time, toss them in whole! I've had luck both ways!
Once your veggies are ready, transfer to a large bowl with the beans, sweet potato, flax eggs, and raw oats, and then add your herbs/spices to season. I usually taste and sniff as I go and adjust the spices along the way. A little extra garlic, cumin, and red pepper flakes made their way into these bad boys! YUM! Let your senses be your guide =)
In order to gauge how much of the oats to add, start by adding 1 and 1/2 cups and mix thoroughly. Next take a look at your mixture. It should be a little on the chunky side and slightly sticky. If it feels too wet to form into proper veggie burgers you'll want to add an extra half cup.
Good to go? The next step is to form the bean and veggie mix into balls.
Cup each ball in your hands and squeeze, pressing it into a compact disc. Think of it as stress-relief!
Form into 8 patties, cover, and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
Feel free to prep these overnight for the following day.
Ready to eat? Pour a teeny bit of oil in a skillet, heat to high, and cook for a few minutes on each side until you're left with a golden crust and a warm center. Cook a few at a time, trying not to overcrowd the skillet, it'll be easier this way.
Drizzle with yellow mustard and/or sriracha chili sauce and serve on a fluffy bun, wrapped in fresh lettuce, or atop a big bed of veggies. Empty out your crisper and have at it!
I typically make one burger right away and then leave the remainder in the fridge overnight. The following day I cook up the rest of the burgers and split the batch between the fridge and freezer. To freeze: simply cook the burgers as indicated above, allow to cool a bit, and then freeze [spaced] on a plate or cookie sheet. Once they've had a chance to partially freeze you can pile them in baggies or your favorite airtight container for fast food without the freaky ingredients.

Notes

Nutrition facts below are an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed! xo

Nutrition Information

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Calories 328kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 177mg (7%) Potassium 824mg (24%) Fiber 12g (48%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 10500IU (210%) Vitamin C 28.3mg (31%) Calcium 121mg (12%) Iron 4.8mg (27%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 328 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	328kcal	16%
Carbohydrates	53g	18%
Protein	13g	26%
Fat	7g	11%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Sodium	177mg	7%
Potassium	824mg	18%
Fiber	12g	48%
Sugar	8g	16%
Vitamin A	10500IU	210%
Vitamin C	28.3mg	31%
Calcium	121mg	12%
Iron	4.8mg	27%