Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burgers – Hearty, Healthy & Flavor-Packed

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These Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burgers are a wholesome, plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Hearty, fiber-rich, and full of smoky-sweet flavor, they’re perfect for meal prep, grilling season, or a cozy weeknight dinner.

The first time I made these, I was craving something satisfying but light. Roasted sweet potatoes and black beans form the base, enhanced with cumin, garlic, and smoked paprika. The patties are easy to form, hold together well when pan-fried or baked, and can even be frozen for future meals.

They’re endlessly customizable—serve them in buns with chipotle mayo, stack them in a lettuce wrap, or crumble them over a salad bowl. Whether you’re vegetarian, trying out Meatless Mondays, or just looking to eat more plants, these burgers deliver.

Best part? No food processor needed. Just mash, mix, shape, and cook. Simple ingredients. Big flavor.

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burgers – Hearty, Healthy & Flavor-Packed

Easy and flavorful black bean and sweet potato burgers that are hearty, healthy, and hold their shape—perfect for buns or bowls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large sweet potato roasted & mashed, ~1 cup
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, rinsed & drained
  • ½ small red onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • Optional toppings:
  • Avocado slices
  • Chipotle mayo
  • Lettuce tomato, red onion
  • Burger buns or lettuce wraps

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast sweet potato until tender (~45 mins) or microwave for 6–8 mins.
  2. In a bowl, mash sweet potato and black beans together. Leave some bean chunks for texture.
  3. Stir in onion, garlic, oats, and spices. Let sit for 5–10 mins to firm up.
  4. Form into 4–6 patties.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4–5 mins per side, until crispy and browned.
  6. Alternatively, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 mins, flipping halfway.
  7. Serve in buns or over salad bowls with your favorite toppings.

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