Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Sliders with Creamy Avocado Cilantro Spread!

🥑🍠🌿 Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Sliders with Creamy Avocado Cilantro Spread

🧑‍🍳 Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins

✅ Ingredients

For the Sliders:

• 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced

• 1/2 cup red lentils, rinsed

• 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Olive oil, for cooking

For the Creamy Avocado Cilantro Spread:

• 1 ripe avocado

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• Salt, to taste

🥄 Instructions

STEP 1: Cook the Sweet Potato and Lentils

1. Boil the Sweet Potato:
   In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add diced sweet potato and cook for 10–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Lentils:
   In another pot, combine rinsed red lentils and 1 cup vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until lentils are soft and most liquid is absorbed. Drain excess liquid if needed.

STEP 2: Make the Slider Mixture

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked sweet potato and lentils together until mostly smooth.

2. Stir in breadcrumbs, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Mix well to form a thick, shapeable mixture.

4. Form into 8–10 small patties, about 2–3 inches in diameter.

STEP 3: Cook the Sliders

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of olive oil.

2. Cook the patties in batches for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

3. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels if needed.

STEP 4: Make the Creamy Avocado Cilantro Spread

1. In a small bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork.

2. Stir in chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt.

3. Mix until smooth and creamy. Adjust lime and salt to taste.

STEP 5: Assemble and Serve

1. Serve sliders on mini buns, lettuce leaves, or as-is on a platter.

2. Top each slider with a generous dollop of the avocado cilantro spread.

3. Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, tomato slices, pickled onions, or microgreens.

🌱 Tips & Variations

• Make it Vegan: Use plant-based breadcrumbs and ensure oil is vegan-friendly.

• Air Fryer Option: Air fry patties at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

• Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of chili flakes or chopped jalapeño to the patty mixture.

Enjoy your Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Sliders with Creamy Avocado Cilantro Spread—a protein-packed, meatless option perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or light dinners!