Spiced Lentil and Sweet Potato Cakes with Herb Yogurt
Hearty, flavorful vegetarian cakes made from lentils and sweet potato, pan-fried until golden and served with a refreshing herb and lemon yogurt dip. A perfect budget-friendly and nutritious meal.

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1520 kalorie
$2 na porcję
$60 min
4 porcje
budget-friendly, any cuisine
Składniki
- 200g brown or green lentils, dry
- 400g sweet potato
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30g whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 150g plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint or parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Instrukcje
- 1.Rinse the lentils and cook them in a pot of water for 20-25 minutes until tender. Meanwhile, peel and boil or steam the sweet potato until very soft. Drain both well.
- 2.In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for 5-7 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3.In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potato. Add the cooked lentils, sautéed onion and garlic, flour, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
- 4.Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties. If the mixture is too sticky, you can chill it for 15 minutes.
- 5.Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the patties in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp.
- 6.While the cakes are cooking, prepare the dip. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped fresh herbs, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well.
- 7.Serve the warm lentil and sweet potato cakes immediately with the cool herb yogurt dip on the side.
Informacje odżywcze
28g
fat
220g
carbs
44g
fiber
64g
protein
Dlaczego ten przepis
This recipe offers a fantastic balance of plant-based protein and fiber from lentils, which supports muscle health and digestion. Sweet potatoes provide complex carbs for sustained energy and are rich in Vitamin A, creating a nutritious and satisfying meal.

