Delicious Sweet Potato Burgers Recipe - Healthy and Flavorful

Sweet Potato Burgers — a american recipe (main course) with 12 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 17, 2026

50

Total Time (min)

6

servings

387

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Sweet Potato Burgers Recipe - Healthy and Flavorful

Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups oats (rolled or quick oats)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg beaten (or flax egg for vegan option)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

6 steps

  1. Prepare Sweet Potatoes

    Boil or bake sweet potatoes until soft, then mash in a bowl.

    Let them cool before mixing.
  2. Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, black beans, oats, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.

    Mash the black beans slightly.
  3. Add Binding Agent

    Stir in the beaten egg (or flax egg) to bind the mixture together.

    Adjust consistency with more oats if too wet.
  4. Form Patties

    Shape the mixture into burger patties, about 1/2 inch thick.

    Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes for better handling.
  5. Cook Burgers

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.

    Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  6. Garnish and Serve

    Top with chopped cilantro and serve on buns or lettuce wraps.

    Pair with your favorite sauces.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Mediterranean, Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free, Soy-Free. Diet: High-Fiber, Low-Fat

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your american meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Coleslaw
🍽️French fries or baked potatoes
🍽️Corn on the cob

About This Dish

Delicious Sweet Potato Burgers Recipe - Healthy and Flavorful is a beloved dish from American cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 50 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

American cuisine is a melting pot of flavors and traditions from around the world, shaped by the diverse cultures that make up the nation. From hearty comfort food to innovative modern dishes.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can prepare the patties and refrigerate them for up to 2 days.

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Nutrition Facts

6 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories220kcal
Total Fat7gg
Sodium300mgmg
Total Carbohydrates34gg
Dietary Fiber6gg
Total Sugars2gg
Protein7gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineAmerican