Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Quinoa Patties:
- 1 cup cooked sweet potato (mashed, about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- ¼ cup almond flour (or coconut flour for lower carbs)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil or avocado oil for pan-frying
For the Avocado Garlic Yogurt Sauce:
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt alternative)
- 1 garlic clove, minced or grated
- Juice of ½ lemon or lime
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh chopped herbs like parsley or dill
Optional Add-ins & Toppings:
- Chopped spinach or kale (¼ cup) added to the patty mix
- Crumbled feta or goat cheese
- Chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- Chia or flax seeds for extra fiber
- Microgreens, arugula, or tomato slices for serving
Instructions
Start by preparing your base ingredients. Cook ½ cup of dry quinoa in 1 cup of water or broth. Let it cool completely. For the sweet potato, pierce and microwave for 6–8 minutes, or roast at 400°F for 40 minutes until fork-tender. Peel and mash once cooled.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, cooled quinoa, egg, almond flour, red onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. If the mixture feels too wet to shape, add an extra tablespoon of almond flour. Chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes to firm up.
Divide the mixture into 6–8 portions and shape into small patties (about 2.5 to 3 inches in diameter). Heat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat with 1–2 tablespoons of oil. Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
In a food processor or small blender, combine the avocado, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste. If it’s too thick, add a splash of water or more lemon juice.
Serve the warm patties with a generous dollop of avocado garlic yogurt. Garnish with fresh herbs, microgreens, or lemon zest. Enjoy them as a main dish, side, or even tucked into a lettuce wrap for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g