For the Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties:

• 1 large sweet potato (about 1½ cups mashed)

• ¾ cup red lentils (uncooked)

• 1½ cups water (for cooking lentils)

• ½ cup oat flour (or use almond flour for grain-free)

• 1 small red onion, finely diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp turmeric

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp olive oil (for pan frying; optional)

For the Spicy Avocado Cilantro Sauce:

• 1 ripe avocado

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves

• 1 small jalapeño (seeded for less heat)

• 1 garlic clove

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 2 tbsp olive oil or water (for thinning)

• Salt to taste