Sriracha Sweet Potato Burger

The Sriracha Sweet Potato Burger combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a spicy kick from Sriracha, creating a deliciously bold vegan alternative to traditional burgers. Topped with fresh avocado and crisp lettuce, this burger is both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• 200g sweet potato - peeled and cubed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 whole wheat burger buns
• 1/2 avocado - sliced
• 1 cup lettuce leaves

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, toss the cubed sweet potato with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
3. Spread the sweet potato on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes or until tender.
4. In a mixing bowl, mash the roasted sweet potato using a fork.
5. Add the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice to the mashed sweet potato. Mix until well combined.
6. Form the mixture into two patties.
7. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
8. Toast the whole wheat burger buns in the skillet for a minute until lightly crispy.
9. Assemble the burgers by placing the sweet potato patties on the buns, topped with sliced avocado and lettuce leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from sweet potatoes, which support immune function and skin health.
• High in fiber from sweet potatoes and quinoa, promoting digestive health.

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