Description

Sweet Potato Patties with Red Lentils and Tangy Tahini Dressing are a delightful blend of nutrition and flavor, perfect for any meal of the day. These vibrant patties combine the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the hearty texture of red lentils, creating a satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy. Enhanced by a zesty tahini dressing, they can be served as appetizers, main courses, or even added to wraps and salads. Not only are these patties easy to make, but they’re also ideal for meal prep, allowing you to have a nutritious option ready at any time.

Ingredients

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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1/2 cup red lentils, rinsed
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup chickpea flour
2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
1/3 cup tahini (for dressing)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
1 clove of garlic, finely grated
2–4 tablespoons of water (to thin)
Pinch of salt and cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
Sliced green onions (optional topping)
Chopped fresh herbs (optional topping)
Extra drizzle of tahini (optional topping)
Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Cook diced sweet potatoes and rinsed red lentils in boiling water for 15–18 minutes until tender. Drain and cool.
Mash the sweet potatoes and lentils together in a mixing bowl until slightly textured.
Stir in chopped onion, garlic, spices, parsley, and chickpea flour until combined.
Shape into 8–10 patties; chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes.
Prepare tahini dressing by whisking tahini, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, salt, and water to desired consistency.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 patty (60g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg