Posted Apr 21, 2017, Updated Jul 22, 2024 Say hello to a delicious plant-based, nutrient packed, sweet potato black bean burger. They are an easy meatless meal absolutely bursting with flavor. I’m an herbivore living amongst carnivores So on the nights when we grill burgers, you will usually find me enjoying one of these homemade black bean veggie burgers instead (on a homemade burger bun, of course). They are healthy (vegan & gluten-free), packed with protein, fiber and nutritious vegetables! Plus they’re freezer-friendly, making them the perfect cook once, eat for a week meal option.
Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers: Substitutions
One of my favorite things about these veggie burgers is how customizable they are! Like I said before, it’s a great”clean out the veggie drawer” recipe.
Veggies. You can substitute the peppers and corn with different vegetable such as: grated carrots or zucchini, peas, etc. Spices. You can customize the spices to your tastes. Dried oregano or basil are good substitutes for Italian seasoning. Oats. Any type of oats (quick cooking, old fashioned, etc) work in this recipe because they are blended in the food processor. All-purpose flour is a good substitute.
How to Make Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers
Let’s discus how to make sweet potato black bean burgers together, and don’t forget to watch the video. Begin by roasting a sweet potato until soft (about 1 hour at 400 degrees F). Or, you can roast more to have mashed sweet potato on hand to make sweet potato casserole and mashed sweet potatoes. Then, cook the peppers and olive oil to a non-stick skillet until soft (about 5 minutes). Once the peppers are soft, turn off the heat and stir in the corn. Then, place the cooked sweet potato and half of the black bean beans (about ¾ cup) into a food processor fitted with the “S” blade. Process for about 15 second or until combined. Next, add the oats and spices and process until combined. Then transfer the processed mixture to a medium bowl. Add the cooled veggies and the other half of the beans and mix well. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Then, measure out ¼ cup of the mixture and form into a patty on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all of the mixture is used, spacing about 1-2” apart (leaving room for flipping). Bake at 400 degrees F. for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, spray the side facing up with cooking spray or spray oil. Very carefully flip and continue baking 15-20 minutes longer or until both sides are browned. Remove from oven, let cool slightly and serve.
Serve
Serve on hamburger buns with your favorite condiments and side dishes. Here are some suggestions:
Ketchup Mustard Guacamole Pickles Lettuce Tomato Onion Mayonnaise Cheese (add cheese in the last 2 minutes of baking on the second side so it melts).
Store/Freeze
Store in a single layer in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. To reheat, either warm a black bean sweet potato burger in an oven preheated to 350 degrees F for 10 minutes or in the microwave until warmed through. If you make and love our recipes, it would mean so much to me if you would leave a comment and rating! And don’t forget to follow along with us on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Youtube – be sure to tag @joyfoodsunshine and use the hashtag #joyfoodsunshine so we can see your creations!
