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Sweet Potato Falafel Burgers

May 23, 2016 • 38 Comments

If you’re craving a veggie burger, you can’t go wrong with these insanely delicious Sweet Potato Falafel Burgers. They’re not just healthy. They’re melt-in-your-mouth fantastic.

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You want to know a secret? The first time I made sweet potato burgers, they were a total flop. One of my friends was visiting me during a college weekend break, and she had recently gone vegan. So, I thought it would be nice to make sweet potato burgers. They were so messy they fell apart, and we were so distracted talking to each other that one of the sides slightly burned. (GASP) What tragedy.

I can assure you if those burgers were a 2 on a scale of 1-5, these are definitely at least a 4.99! 😉 After years of experimenting, this sweet potato falafel burger recipe is my veggie burger pride and joy. Hopefully I’m not setting your expectations too high here, but either way I think you’ll be delighted when you make these at home.

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The key to a great sweet potato burger is:
1) Not overcooking the potato.
2) Making sure you have the right ratio of ingredients to hold it all together.
3) Refrigerating the patty mixture before cooking.

You do those three things and you’re well on your way to sweet potato burger bliss. 

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This recipe has a bit of a Middle Eastern/Mediterranean flair … because. Falafel. Who doesn’t like falafel? I like falafel so much I have dreamt about it on more than one occasion. Some might call that crazy, I just call it devotion. (If you’re reading this and you dream about food … I’d love to know what you’ve dreamt about!)

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This is a sponsored post, written by me, and created in partnership with Canyon Bakehouse. All opinions expressed are straight from the heart.

Sweet Potato Falafel Burgers
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 45 mins
Total time: 55 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 sweet potato
  • 1 cup chickpeas
  • ½ small white onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, chopped
  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs (I use gluten free)
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 [url href=”http://canyonbakehouse.com” target=”_blank”]Canyon Bakehouse[/url] hamburger buns
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400˚ F. Pierce sweet potato with a fork, wrap with aluminum foil and bake until almost tender but still slightly firm, about 35 minutes.
  2. Let sweet potato cool, peel and discard skin, cut in half and place in the bowl of a food processor.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and pulse to get a chunky paste that holds together. Stop to scrape down sides of bowl as needed.
  4. Transfer mixture to a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This will make it easier to form patties.
  5. Remove from refrigerator and shape into 4 patties.
  6. Coat a large skillet with 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Cook patties until browned on the boom, about 5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Serve with hamburger buns and your favorite falafel toppings. I recommend harissa mayo or a maple tahini dressing.
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  1. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    May 23, 2016 at 6:41 am

    Well I am totally crushing on these burgers 😉 YUM! Veggies burgers and potato and falafel….ahhh!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 23, 2016 at 10:44 am

      Thanks Rebecca! I can’t stop eating them!!

      Reply
  2. Erica D. says

    May 23, 2016 at 10:41 am

    Looks great! What brand of breadcrumbs do you use?

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 23, 2016 at 10:43 am

      Hi Erica! Thanks so much. I actually stick my Canyon Bread Mountain White bread slices in a food processor and pulse until they resemble breadcrumbs. Works every time!

      Reply
  3. Gluten Free With Emily says

    May 23, 2016 at 11:10 am

    I am completely drooling these look delicious!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:42 am

      Thank you so much Emily!

      Reply
  4. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    May 23, 2016 at 11:13 am

    These look so yummy! Love the sweet potato falafel.

    Reply
  5. Kristina @ Ms.Modify says

    May 23, 2016 at 11:32 am

    Yum! I’m a huge falafel fan, but have never had one in a burger. I must try this! xo, Kristina

    Reply
  6. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    May 23, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    Well these definitely look like at LEAST a 4.9999 on a scale of 1-5, Lauren! I love falafels and sweet potatoes, so combining the two and turning it into a burger is GENIUS! Can’t wait to try these, girlfriend! Cheers! xo

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:46 am

      Awww thank you, sweet friend. <3 <3 <3 Still hoping to see your pretty face in NC in July. Hope you are doing well!

      Reply
  7. Chrystal @ Gluten-Free Palate says

    May 23, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    This looks amazing! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:45 am

      Thank you Chrystal! Tag me on Insta or send me a pic if you end up making it!!

      Reply
  8. Kristy @ Southern In Law says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:27 pm

    Sweet potato and falafel combined? This is totally a recipe after my heart 😉

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:45 am

      😀 I’m so glad you like it, Kristy! Thank you! Have a lovely day.

      Reply
  9. Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog says

    May 23, 2016 at 9:17 pm

    These sound like a great meatless Monday meal!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:44 am

      You got it, Sharon!

      Reply
  10. Jenni says

    May 24, 2016 at 6:46 am

    These look awesome!! We have never tried a non-meat burger before, but I’d totally eat this!!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:44 am

      I’m a lover of beef, lamb and bison burgers, but veggie burgers hit the spot too! Would love to see what you think if you try these!

      Reply
  11. Lauren Kelly Nutrition says

    May 24, 2016 at 6:54 am

    Oh my gosh Lauren, this looks incredible! Sweet potato and falafel are two of my favorites!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:43 am

      Me too girl!! Thanks so much.

      Reply
  12. jules says

    May 24, 2016 at 7:46 am

    Oh wow! I can’t wait to try this recipe! We’re a family of veggie burger lovers, so this recipe is definitely a keeper! Pinning!!!
    ~jules

    Reply
  13. Amanda says

    May 24, 2016 at 7:49 am

    This looks delicious, I cannot wait to try them. My hubby and toddler will love them!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:43 am

      I can’t wait to hear what you think Amanda!! 😀

      Reply
  14. Lane and Holly (withtwospoons) says

    May 24, 2016 at 10:48 am

    These look amazing! Can’t wait to try them!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:50 am

      Thank you so much! Be sure to tag me on Insta or send me a pic if you end up making them!! Enjoy! 😀

      Reply
  15. Abigail Raines says

    May 24, 2016 at 11:46 am

    Anything with sweet potato is a winner in my book! Yum!

    Reply
  16. J says

    May 24, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    These sound divine! Love the Mediterranean flair!

    Reply
  17. Alyssa says

    May 24, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    Sweet potato burger… BRILLIANT!! Can’t wait to try this one!

    Reply
  18. Kristen Chidsey says

    May 24, 2016 at 6:15 pm

    Pinned–we will make these the next time Garrett is away 🙂

    Reply
  19. Meghan | Fox and Briar says

    May 24, 2016 at 10:18 pm

    The only first (and only) time I made sweet potato burgers they were a flop too! But I can tel that these babies would be a winner, and I love the addition of falafel flavors! Also I feel like I must have dreams about food all the time, but I can’t think of one right now! How is that possible?

    Reply
  20. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

    May 25, 2016 at 8:29 am

    You’re going to judge me for this, but I’ve NEVER had a falafel. Isn’t that weird? BUT I LOVE sweet potatoes, so I muuuuust try this delish recipe!

    Reply
  21. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    May 25, 2016 at 8:55 am

    Oh YUM, yes please! This is my kind of veggie burger – I LOVE falafel and sweet potatoes! I’ve got to try this 🙂

    Reply
  22. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    May 26, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    These look delicious Lauren! I love veggie burgers and I’m always looking for a new flavor to add to my list! This one is definitely going on it! Thanks for sharing! Hope you have a great holiday weekend!

    Reply
  23. taylor @ greens & chocolate says

    May 26, 2016 at 9:42 pm

    I love falafel and sweet potatoes so I’m positive I would absolutely love these!

    Reply
  24. ashley - baker by nature says

    May 27, 2016 at 6:21 am

    What a delicious dinner idea!

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      May 28, 2016 at 9:13 pm

      Thank you Ashley!!

      Reply
  25. Anastasia says

    August 11, 2016 at 7:18 am

    Sounds wonderful! This will be dinner tonight. Thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Lauren Gaskill says

      August 11, 2016 at 8:15 am

      That’s wonderful, Anastasia! Tag me in a photo on social media if you end up making them. I’d love to hear what you think and see your creation. 🙂

      Reply

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