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Sweet Potato and Bean Bites

Sweet Potato and Bean Bites

Welcome to my culinary haven, where I'm thrilled to share one of my all-time favorite recipes with you: Sweet Potato and Bean Bites. These delectable bites are bursting with flavor, packed with nutrients, and incredibly easy to make. As an experienced chef with a passion for creating unique dishes, I'm excited to guide you through the process of making these irresistible bites that will leave your taste buds dancing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 152
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, finely grated
  • ½ can black beans, drained
  • 1 baked sweet potato, flesh scooped out
  • ½ cup quinoa, cooked (that is, take 1/2 a cup dry quinoa, and cook it)
  • ½ cup bread crumbs
  • 3 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste or ketchup
  • hot sauce or cayenne pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 non-stick skillet
  • 1 large bowl

Method
 

  1. Saute onion and garlic in non-stick skillet until tender. Add the beans to the same pan and cook for 2 minutes more.
  2. Turn off the heat, and mash the beans in pan until they are fairly chunky, but no longer whole.
  3. Place the mashed beans, onion and garlic mixture in a large bowl along with the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly.
  4. If the mixture seems a little too moist, add more bread crumbs. Form the mixture into flat patties.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes, turning after 10 minutes.

Video

Notes

While the base recipe is fantastic on its own, feel free to get creative with the toppings. Sprinkle some grated cheese, drizzle a tangy sauce, or add a dollop of sour cream for an extra burst of flavor.