Sweet Potato Avocado Burger Food

SWEET POTATO AVOCADO BURGER

Steps:

• For cooking:
• Wash and pat your sweet potatoes dry. Cut the sweet potatoes into small 1-inch cubes. Roast the sweet potato cubes with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon granulated garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Place onto a sheet tray and roast at 375° F for approximately 40 minutes, remove from the oven, and cool slightly.
• In a food processor, add the roasted/cooked sweet potato, tamari soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce; pulse to combine. Add the onion and chickpeas and pulse until fully combined, periodically stopping the food processor and using a spatula or wooden spoon to move the mixture around. Mix just until the chickpeas and onion are fully incorporated; look for the consistency of mashed potatoes. Do not overmix.
• Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the oats, walnuts, chia seeds, and flaxseed meal.
• Remove the sweet potato mixture from the food processor and fold into the dry ingredients. Measure out 1/3 cup of the mixture at a time and, using your hands, form into round burger-shaped patties.
• In a medium sauté pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the patties and sauté for about 4 minutes per side, or until they are warmed through and golden brown on each side.
• To serve, place the patties on toasted buns, if desired, and add your choice of toppings. I love avocado, kale, and Worcestershire sauce.

SWEET POTATO BURGERS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Cook the rice following pack instructions, then drain in a sieve. Spread the rice out on a baking tray to steam-dry - it needs to be as dry as possible before adding to the sweet potatoes.
• Meanwhile, toss the sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil and the cumin. Season and spread out in a large roasting tin in a single layer. Roast for 30 mins until tender and coloured, but not too crisp. Meanwhile, put the sunflower seeds in a cup, cover with water and set aside to soak while the sweet potatoes cook.
• Put the remaining olive oil in a small saucepan set over a low-medium heat. Add the onion with a pinch of salt and cook, stirring often, for 5 mins. Add the ginger and chilli, and cook for 5 mins more until very soft. Set aside.
• Drain the sunflower seeds, pat dry on kitchen paper and tip into a large mixing bowl with the sweet potatoes. Crush gently using a masher or the back of a fork. Add the rice, onion mixture, half the basil and seasoning to taste. Continue to crush together until the mixture is well mixed but not smooth. Form into 4 x 10cm diameter patties. Can be made up to 48 hrs ahead - keep covered and chilled until needed and allow to sit at room temperature for 15 mins before cooking.
• Put the patties on a baking tray lined with baking parchment. Roast for 30 mins until warmed through and beginning to brown.
• Make the salsa in a bowl by combining the avocado with the lime juice, remaining basil and seasoning to taste. Heat the grill to medium and toast the cut sides of the burger buns for 1 min or until golden brown. Top each bun base with a couple of lettuce leaves. Put the patties on top of the lettuce, top with a spoonful of salsa, a few sweet potato crisps and a scattering of mustard cress. Press on the toasted bun tops and serve with any leftover crisps on the side.

CHIPOTLE CHEDDAR SWEET POTATO BURGERS WITH AVOCADO RANCH

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Pierce sweet potatoes all over with a fork and place in the oven .
• Bake potatoes 45 minutes.
• Peel the skin away from the sweet potatoes and mash in a medium size bowl.
• Add the cooked quinoa, egg, whole wheat flour, chipotle pepper, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
• Mix to combine and then fold in the white cheddar cheese.
• Place bowl in refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes. This helps form them into patties.
• While mixture is chilling make the avocado ranch.
• Combine avocado, yogurt, parsley, dill, paprika, onion powder, minced garlic, vinegar, salt and pepper in a food processor and blend until creamy, scraping down the sides occasionally when needed.
• Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
• Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Remove mixture from refrigerator and form into 4 equal patties.
• Place in the skillet once hot.
• Cook for 5 to 6 minutes.
• If needed add more oil and flip the burgers very gently.
• Cook for another 5 to 6 minutes.