For the Sweet Potato Patties:

• 2 large sweet potatoes (yielding about 2 cups mashed)

• 1 cup cooked red lentils

• ½ cup red onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)

• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ¾ teaspoon sea salt

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)

For the Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce:

• 1 ripe avocado

• ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)

• Juice of 1 lime

• 1 small garlic clove

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• Salt to taste

• 2–4 tablespoons water, to adjust thickness

Optional Garnishes:

• Extra cilantro leaves

• Sliced radishes

• Lime wedges

• Microgreens