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Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties with Avocado Cilantro Sauce

Crispy sweet potato and lentil patties topped with creamy avocado cilantro sauce and mango glaze. A fresh, delicious plant-based meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Patties

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup cooked red lentils
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

For the Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Water, as needed for consistency

For the Mango Chutney Glaze

  • ½ cup mango chutney
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Sweet Potatoes
    Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook 15–20 minutes or until fully tender. Drain and mash until smooth.
  • Mix the Patty Ingredients
    In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, cooked lentils, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture comes together and can be shaped.
  • Form the Patties
    Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2–3 inches wide. If the mixture feels too soft, add an extra spoonful of breadcrumbs.
  • Heat the Oil
    Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Fry the Patties
    Cook the patties 4–5 minutes per side, or until crisp and golden. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to remove excess oil.
  • Blend the Avocado Sauce
    In a blender or food processor, add the avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until creamy, adding water gradually for your preferred texture.
  • Prepare the Mango Glaze
    Stir together the mango chutney and lime juice in a small bowl.
  • Serve
    Plate the warm patties and drizzle generously with the avocado cilantro sauce. Finish with the sweet mango chutney glaze. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust water in the sauce slowly to avoid thinning it too much.
  • Patties hold their shape best when completely cooled before frying.
  • For meal prep, store patties and sauces separately to keep textures ideal.