Kidney Bean, Sweet Potato and Carrot Burger

Nutritious sweet potatoes and kidney beans add substance while fiber rich oats bind and shredded carrots add texture.  The end result is a brightly colored, savory-sweet veggie burger.  Kids will enjoy mixing together and shaping into patties.  This recipe comes to us from our friends at Veggiecation.

Ingredients:

• 1 15-ounce can of kidney beans
• 1 cup carrots – shredded
• 1 medium raw sweet potato
• 1 cup of whole oats
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 egg (or “flax egg,” 1 tablespoon ground flax soaked overnight in 3 tablespoons of water)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Kid: Grate sweet potato and shred carrots (if not already measured out).

Adult: Place drained and rinsed kidney beans in a food processor or blender and pulse until well mixed but not smooth.

Kid: Place mashed beans into a large bowl and add the remainder of the ingredients.  Mix well with your hands.

Together: Divide mixture into 4-5 portions and form into patties.

Adult: Cook on a hot, oiled pan or griddle over medium high heat until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.  Serve with pita bread or a salad.