If you’re looking for a filling and tasty vegetarian burger that’s packed with protein and healthy ingredients, sweet potato and black bean veggie burgers are the perfect choice.

: Ingredients

• 1 medium sweet potato
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 4 hamburger buns

: Instructions

1. Peel the sweet potato and chop it into small pieces.
2. Add the sweet potato to a pot of boiling water and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
4. In a skillet, sauté the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the drained and rinsed black beans to the skillet and stir to combine.
6. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sweet potato, black bean mixture, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
7. Mash the ingredients together until well combined.
8. Form the mixture into 4 patties and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake the patties in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
10. Serve the patties on hamburger buns with your favorite toppings.

: Toppings

Sweet potato and black bean veggie burgers are delicious on their own, but toppings can add even more flavor and texture. Here are some ideas:.

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• Sliced avocado
• Tomato slices
• Lettuce or spinach
• Mayonnaise or aioli
• Mustard
• Cheese (if you’re not vegan)
• Caramelized onions

: The Benefits of Sweet Potato and Black Bean Veggie Burgers

Sweet potato and black bean veggie burgers are not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients. Here are some benefits:.