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Black Bean Sweet Potato Burger

Ingredients

  • 1 tbs ground flaxseed +3 tbs water, or 1 egg
  • 1 cup cooked mashed sweet potato, from 1 large or 2 smaller sweet potatoes
  • ½ cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup loosely packed fresh chopped cilantro
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ⅛ tsp garlic salt
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbs lime juice
  • Cooking spray (coconut or canola oil)

Instructions

  • Mix together ground flaxseed and water and set it aside until it gels.
  • Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • Use a potato masher or the back of a large spoon to mash the beans, leaving a few in-tact for texture.
  • In a large skillet, heat a thin layer of cooking spray over medium high heat.
  • Form the sweet potato mixture into 6 patties.
  • When the skillet is hot enough; add the patties, in batches if necessary.
  • Cook on one side until a crispy exterior is formed, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Carefully flip each patty and cook an additional 5 minutes on the second side.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings like guacamole. Enjoy!

Notes

NUTRITION NUGGETS: Flaxseeds provide lignans, protecting you from getting prostate or breast cancer.