{"id":73449,"date":"2012-06-19T08:00:13","date_gmt":"2012-06-19T13:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=73449"},"modified":"2012-06-19T08:51:03","modified_gmt":"2012-06-19T13:51:03","slug":"black-bean-and-sweet-potato-burgers-make-a-tasty-vegetarian-summer-meal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/06\/black-bean-and-sweet-potato-burgers-make-a-tasty-vegetarian-summer-meal\/","title":{"rendered":"Black Bean and Sweet Potato Burgers Make a Tasty Vegetarian Summer Meal"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Every now and again, a non-meater just craves a hamburger. I know this because I am one. I very rarely eat meat and the thought of a meat patty can sometimes just gross me out. But that’s where veggie burgers come in – quality, homemade veggie burgers.<\/p>\n

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This black bean sweet potato<\/a><\/strong> burger is a great option for vegetarians and vegans looking for something a little indulgent this summer in place of a meat entree. I whipped up a small batch over the weekend and was very pleased with the result.<\/p>\n

Having dabbled with this salty-sweet combination before – including my much-loved sweet potato pie<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0– I knew that\u00a0pairing the saltiness of the black beans and a sweetness of the potato would be a perfect marriage of flavors. And, in fact, it was.<\/p>\n

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The process of making this recipe was simple too, which I loved. In about five minutes flat I had my heart-healthy patties ready to cook – no grill required. These burgers are packed with nutrients including plenty of dietary fiber and protein from the black beans, and lots of iron, magnesium, vitamin D, C and B6 from the sweet potato.<\/p>\n

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Black Bean Sweet Potato Burgers<\/a><\/strong>
\nyields 12-14 burgers | vegetarian and vegan friendly<\/em><\/p>\n

Ingredients
\n2 cans of black beans, lightly rinsed and drained
\n1 large sweet potato, cooked, skin removed
\n1\/4 cup of red or white onions
\n1\/2 cup quick-cooking oats
\n1 tablespoon dijon mustard
\n1 teaspoon of cumin
\ndash of cinnamon
\n1\/4 teaspoon salt
\n1\/4 teaspoon freshly grated ginger or ginger powder<\/p>\n

Method | Preheat oven to\u00a0350 degrees F. In a large bowl, mash the black beans and sweet potato together with a whisk or fork. Then add remaining ingredients and stir until well combined using a large spoon. Spray a baking sheet with oil, then place 1\/4-cup patties onto the sheet. Cook for 8 minutes on each side. Serve immediately with desired toppings. Store in refrigerator to keep fresh for a few days. Otherwise, freeze in a well-insulated container or freezer bag and reheat in the microwave or oven.<\/p>\n

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Serve these atop a bun or just as they are. I preferred stacked high with veggies, a swirl of ketchup and mustard, and a few slices of fresh jalapeno.<\/p>\n

So how did it measure up? This variation definitely met my veggie burger standards. It was moist on the inside and slighlty firm on the outside, plenty flavorful, well-portioned, and just as satisfying if not more than a traditional beef or turkey burger<\/a><\/strong>. Plus, I loved that each patty (when made in a 14-count batch) came out to around 120 calories<\/strong>, 0.5 grams of fat<\/strong>, 22 grams of carbohydrates<\/strong>, 5 grams of fiber<\/strong>, and 7 grams of protein<\/strong>. These little burgers pack a mighty punch without an ounce of guilt!<\/p>\n

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I indulged in my burger alongside a green salad and a few breakfast-style red potatoes<\/a><\/strong>. But they’d also go really well with a light potato salad<\/a><\/strong> or fresh fruit.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sweet Potatoes Ranked First in Nutrition<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Baked Potatoes at Wendy’s are a Fast Food Must<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Open-Faced Veggie Burger Recipe<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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