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Vegan Crispy Sweet Potato Patties (Gluten Free)
Gluten-free and Vegan Crispy Sweet Potato Patties are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Mixed with quinoa and beans for protein, and packed with spices and herbs for ultimate flavors.
You don’t need to heat the grill for these tasty spiced vegan sweet potato patties. Enjoy these vegan gluten free patties all year round, not just during the summer. These plant-based patties provide a flavorful and protein-packed option, perfect as a side dish.
Sweet potatoes are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants. These support overall health and boost the immune system. Quinoa, often dubbed a superfood, is a complete protein. It has all nine essential amino acids, making it an excellent protein source for vegans.
White beans add additional protein and fiber, which improves digestive health and gives your body energy. The combination of these ingredients ensures that the patties are not only delicious but also nutritionally balanced.
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Key Ingredients
Master this easy cooking method with just 4 main ingredients and seasoning!
Main ingredients: Sweet potatoes, a can of white beans, quinoa, olive oil, and oats (you can use gluten-free).
Herbs and seasoning: Green onion, garlic, smoked paprika, chili pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
How to Make Vegan Sweet Potato Patties (Gluten Free)
Step 1: Cook the quinoa base.
In a small saucepan combine the quinoa with ⅔ cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered for about 12 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it stand covered for 10 more minutes.
Step 2: Mash the sweet potatoes
Peel the skin from sweet potatoes and place in a large mixing bowl along with the beans. Use a potato masher to mash and mix them well.
Step 3: Combine all the ingredients
Add the rest of the ingredients and cooked quinoa. Let the mixture stand for 15 min, the oatmeal will absorb the moisture and make the mixture thicker.
Steps 4 & 5: Make the patties and cook them
Shape the burgers ½ cup of the mixture into burger patties, about 4 inches in diameter.
Fry the patties on a skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Expert Tips:
- Serve these sweet potato patties with a gluten-free bun to make delicious vegan burgers!
- Feel free to enjoy this sweet potato recipe as fritters. They’re delicious with sour cream or any homemade dipping sauce.
- Fry these quick and easy patties in the air fryer for 5 minutes before serving instead of frying them! This makes extra crispy gluten free burgers.
- If you replace the white beans, keep in mind the color of the patties will change a little.
Recipe FAQs
It takes about 45 minutes in the oven to cook sweet potatoes, without cutting them. Place potatoes in the oven at 400F for 45 minutes. Check with a fork to make sure they are soft.
Both are great options for fiber and potassium. White beans tend to provide more calcium compared to black beans. Feel free to switch white beans to black beans, or other way around in most recipes, this one included.
Yes, you can make patties ahead of time. You can prepare them until you cook them. Keep the patties in the fridge until ready to cook and serve.
Enjoy some more tasty veggie recipes from the blog:
- I love to make this Tomato Galette Recipe loaded with cheese, fresh thyme, and Italian seasoning!
- A Easy Cauliflower and Chickpea Curry with Squash and Tomatoes is full of flavor. Put it together in just 30 minutes!
- Low-Carb Roasted Radishes are super easy to roast and add to your week of meal prep!
Other vegetable recipes
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Vegan Crispy Sweet Potato Patties
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, roasted; about 2 medium, 1.5 cups when cooked
- ⅓ cup raw quinoa
- 1 can white beans, drained (1 ½ cups of beans)
- ½ cup green onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ⅔ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup quick cooking oats
- 1 Tbsp olive oil, for frying
Instructions
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In a small saucepan combine the quinoa with ⅔ cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered for about 12 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it stand covered for 10 more minutes.⅓ cup raw quinoa, 2 medium sweet potatoes,
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Peel the skin from sweet potatoes and place in a large mixing bowl along with the beans. Use a potato masher to mash and mix them well.2 medium sweet potatoes,, 1 can white beans,
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Add the rest of the ingredients and cooked quinoa. Let the mixture stand for 15 min, the oatmeal will absorb the moisture and make the mixture thicker.½ cup green onion,, 1 clove garlic,, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp chili powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, ⅔ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 cup quick cooking oats
- Shape the burgers ½ cup of the mixture into burger patties, about 4 inches in diameter.
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Fry the patties on a skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.1 Tbsp olive oil,
We do lots of bean patty burgers and this is a great way to change up our veggie sandwich game. The sweet potatoes really add another level of flavor here and the seasonings are great. Will be making again