Description
These Lentil Sweet Potato Patties are an easy, healthy, and delicious vegetarian recipe that combines creamy sweet potato, protein-rich lentils, and savory feta cheese. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, these patties are pan-fried until golden and served warm with your favorite dips like tzatziki or yogurt. Packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients, they’re a satisfying choice for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 1 can lentils (15 oz / 400 g) or 1½ cups (230 g) cooked lentils
- 1 medium to large sweet potato
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (or substitute with ½ cup grated parmesan)
- 1 large egg
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin (or substitute with 1 teaspoon paprika)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or more as needed for cooking)
Instructions
- Cook the Sweet Potato: Poke the sweet potato a few times with a fork. Microwave it until very soft, about 5–7 minutes or until fork tender. Carefully cut it open and scoop out the soft flesh into a large mixing bowl.
- Mash with Lentils: Rinse the canned lentils thoroughly and drain well. Add them to the bowl with the sweet potato. Mash the lentils and sweet potato together using a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some small lumps for texture.
- Mix Everything Together: To the mashed mixture, add ½ cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1 large egg, finely chopped ½ red onion, grated clove of garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until the mixture thickens and is easy to scoop. If it’s too wet, gradually add a bit more flour.
- Cook the Patties: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and gently flatten it into a patty shape. Cook each patty for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
- Serve: Serve the warm patties immediately with tzatziki, plain yogurt, or a fresh squeeze of lemon juice. These make a great appetizer, snack, or main dish.
Notes
- Substitutions: You can substitute feta cheese with grated parmesan for a different flavor profile, or use paprika instead of cumin for a milder spice.
- Tips: Make sure to drain the lentils well to prevent the mixture from becoming too wet. Adjust flour amount as needed to get the right consistency. Use olive oil or any vegetable oil for frying depending on preference.
- These patties freeze well; freeze before cooking and cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to cooking time.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Keywords: lentil patties, sweet potato patties, healthy vegetarian recipe, Mediterranean lentil recipe, feta lentil patties