Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger

This recipe was a surprise. Not only did I like it, but the burgers were immediately prepared by the rest of the family for lunch. I made this using a pressure cooker for my dried black beans, while I cooked up the sweet potato in my countertop oven. Use canned beans, pressure cooker, steamer, or whatever . . . it’s a delicious recipe.

• 1-1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup peeled, mashed, cooked sweet potato
• 1 cup mashed black beans
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp chipotle powder, optional
• oil for cooking

To make the patties, pulse the rolled oats in a food processor until coarsely ground and set aside.

Combine the sweet potato, black beans, salt and spices; then incorporate the ground oats. Let sit for about 5 minutes so flavors can marry.

Form the mixture into 4 patties. In a skillet, heat a thin layer of oil over medium heat.

Add the patties and fry on both sides until crisped, about 4 minutes per side.

Top with onions, cooked leeks, or a sauce made with pureed pepitas and salsa verde.

Source: The Blue Zones Kitchen