Sweet Potato Chickpea Patties –
high in Vit A, Vit C, Potassium
Sweet potatoes are starchy, nutrient-dense root vegetables that are rich in fibre, vitamins, and minerals. They’re also high in antioxidants that protect your body from free radical damage and chronic disease.
What are Free radicals? They are unstable molecules that can damage DNA & trigger inflammation.
Sweet potatoes also contain fibre and antioxidants that promote the growth of good gut bacteria and contribute to a healthy gut.
Also rich in beta-carotene and anthocyanins, antioxidants that may help prevent vision loss and improve eye health.
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are part of the legume family.
As a rich source of vitamins, minerals and fibre, chickpeas may offer a variety of health benefits, such as improving digestion, aiding weight management and reducing the risk of several diseases.
Additionally, chickpeas are high in protein and make an excellent replacement for meat in vegetarian and vegan diets.
Sweet Potato Chickpea Recipe
High in vitamin A, vitamin C and potassium this delicious Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers Recipe is the perfect dinner for meat-free Monday.
Ingredients
- 600 grams Sweet potato, peeled cut into 3 cm chucks
- 400 gram Can chickpeas, rinsed & drained
- 1 Small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/2 Lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp fajita or smokey chipotle spice blend
- 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup raw couscous
- olive oil
Instructions
Cook the 3cm chunks of sweet potato either in the microwave or saucepan of water until just tender when tested with a skewer. Drain any excess water. Smash with a fork then transfer to a bowl. Cool for 15 minutes.
Combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, lemon juice and spice in a food processor. Season, process until mixture almost comes together.
Add to the sweet potato with the parsley, breadcrumbs and raw couscous. Shape mixture into 6 – 10 patties. Place on a lined baking tray, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up if time permits.
Place a flat tray into the oven. Preheat oven and tray 220°C fan-forced. Spray both sides of the patties with oil. Place onto the hot tray. Cook 15 minutes, turn and cook a further 10 minutes until lightly golden.
Serve with a salad. Veggies & rice or with a burger bun with lettuce, tomato and onion.