Sweet Potato and Chickpea Burgers with Avocado Mayo

These sweet potato and chickpea burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They're made with a combination of roasted sweet potatoes and chickpeas, and they're packed with flavor. The burgers are easy to make, and they can be cooked in a skillet or on a grill.

The idea for these burgers came to me one night when I was trying to think of a healthy and satisfying meal to make for dinner. I had some roasted sweet potatoes and chickpeas in the fridge, and I thought that they would make a great combination for burgers. I started experimenting with different ingredients and flavors, and I eventually came up with this recipe. These burgers are now one of my favorite meals, and I make them all the time.

Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups cooked sweet potato
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, chickpeas, onion, bell pepper, garlic, egg, and bread crumbs. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Form the mixture into 8 patties.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Serve on buns or wraps with your favorite toppings.

Why It Works

• The combination of sweet potatoes and chickpeas gives the burgers a unique flavor and texture. The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness, while the chickpeas add a nutty flavor and a bit of texture.
• The burgers are also very healthy. They're a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. They're also low in fat and cholesterol.
• The burgers are easy to make. They can be cooked in a skillet or on a grill, and they only take a few minutes to cook.