How do I prepare the sweet potato and lentils for these sliders?

The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of peeled and cooked sweet potato and 1/2 cup of red lentils cooked until just tender before adding them to the food processor.

Can I grill these sweet potato and red lentil sliders instead of baking them?

Yes, after forming the patties, you can place them on a grill and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned and heated through.

What gives these sliders their unique texture and flavor?

The combination of sweet potato, red lentils, black beans, pecans, and corn, pulsed until slightly chunky, provides a distinctive texture and savory flavor profile, enhanced by cumin and smoked paprika.

What's the easiest way to mix the ingredients for these sliders?

All ingredients are placed in a food processor and pulsed until combined and slightly chunky, making the mixing process very simple and quick.

How many sliders does this recipe yield?

This recipe makes approximately 12 small patties, perfect for serving as sliders.

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Sweet Potato Red Lentil Sliders
[Vegan]

Name: Sweet Potato Red Lentil Sliders [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 12 burgers
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sweet potato, peeled and cooked; 1/2 cup black beans, canned or cooked.; 1/2 cup red lentils, cooked until just tender; 2 cups breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup pecans; 1/4 cup corn kernels; 2 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste

DD By: Dora Daily

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Sweet Potato Red Lentil Sliders [Vegan]

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These veggie burger sliders are perfect for a party! They're tender and sweet from the sweet potato, with a little smokey flavor from paprika. The corn and lentils lend a heartiness that make these babies filling, and totally grill-able. Top with some spicy vegan mayo, creamy avocado, and greens and... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Sweet Potato Red Lentil Sliders [Vegan]

1 1/2 cups sweet potato, peeled and cooked
1/2 cup black beans, canned or cooked.
1/2 cup red lentils, cooked until just tender
2 cups breadcrumbs
1/4 cup pecans
1/4 cup corn kernels
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste

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How to Prepare Sweet Potato Red Lentil Sliders [Vegan]

Place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until combined and slightly chunky.
To bake, form into about 12 small patties and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in 375°F oven for 20 minutes.
To grill, place patties on grill, and grill for 3-5 minutes on each side.