Sweet Potato Patties with Kale & Maple Dijon Drizzle~

Sweet Potato Patties with Kale & Maple Dijon Drizzle

📝 Ingredients

For the Patties:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 1 cup kale, finely chopped (stems removed)

• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa

• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

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

• 1 tablespoon olive oil, for pan-frying

For the Maple Dijon Drizzle:

• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

• Salt and pepper, to taste

🔪 Instructions

STEP 1: Cook the Sweet Potatoes

1. Boil: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cubed sweet potatoes and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

2. Drain and Cool: Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.

3. Mash: In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until mostly smooth.

STEP 2: Mix the Patties

1. Add Ingredients: To the mashed sweet potatoes, add chopped kale, cooked quinoa, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

2. Add Breadcrumbs: Stir in the breadcrumbs gradually until the mixture holds together and can be shaped.

3. Form Patties: Shape into 8–10 patties, each about 2–3 inches in diameter.

STEP 3: Cook the Patties

1. Heat Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Cook Patties: Add patties in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp on the outside.

3. Drain: Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

STEP 4: Make the Maple Dijon Drizzle

1. Whisk: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

STEP 5: Serve

1. Drizzle & Enjoy: Serve the patties warm, drizzled generously with the maple Dijon sauce.

2. Optional: Garnish with extra green onions or microgreens for a fresh touch.

⏱️ Time & Serving

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Total Time: 45 minutes

• Servings: 4

✅ Tips & Variations

• Make It Vegan: The recipe is naturally vegan—no substitutions needed!

• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this gluten-free.

• Bake Instead: You can bake the patties at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.

• Meal Prep Friendly: These patties store well in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to a month.