Best 8 Sweet Potato Black Bean Cakes Recipes

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Sweet potato black bean cakes are a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with a combination of mashed sweet potatoes, black beans, and a variety of seasonings, these cakes are packed with flavor and nutrients. They are also incredibly versatile and can be served with a variety of toppings and sauces. Whether you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal or a light and flavorful snack, sweet potato black bean cakes are a great option.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

LOADED SWEET POTATOES WITH BLACK BEANS AND CHEDDAR



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To make a halved sweet potato into a more substantial side, load it with black beans and sharp Cheddar, then send it back into the oven until the cheese melts and sizzles. Pair it with something a bit lighter, like fish tacos or a green salad, or build it into its own meal by adding sliced avocado, torn cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, or even a fried egg.

Provided by Sarah Jampel

Categories     vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium sweet potatoes (8 to 10 ounces each), scrubbed and dried
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt
1 cup cooked black beans (if canned, rinsed and drained)
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Halve sweet potatoes lengthwise, then brush all over with olive oil and sprinkle both sides with salt.
  • Place cut side down on prepared sheet and roast for 30 to 40 minutes, or until completely cooked through. Take sweet potatoes out of the oven, turn them over and let cool slightly. Use a fork to rough up the flesh and slightly flatten the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide half the cheese among the potato halves. Spoon the black beans over them, then cover with the remaining cheese. Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the beans have warmed through. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 196, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 422 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SMOKY SWEET POTATO & BEAN CAKES WITH CITRUS SALAD



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These storecupboard chipotle patties are not only thrifty, they count as four of your 5-a-day allowance of fruit and vegetables.

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Main course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 sweet potato (about 200g), cut into cubes
400g can red kidney beans , drained and rinsed
3 spring onions , finely sliced
small bunch of coriander , chopped
1 tbsp chipotle paste
2 tbsp sunflower oil
2 tbsp mayonnaise
juice 1 lime
1 Little Gem lettuce , torn
½ cucumber , halved lengthways and sliced on the diagonal
1 carrot , halved lengthways and sliced on the diagonal

Steps:

  • Microwave the sweet potato on High for 6 mins until tender. Lightly mash the beans, then add the potatoes, 2 spring onions, coriander, chipotle paste and seasoning. Mash a little more until the potato is combined. Shape into 4 cakes.
  • Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan, then fry the bean cakes for 4-5 mins each side.
  • Meanwhile, mix the mayo, lime juice and seasoning in a bowl. Add remaining onion and salad ingredients and toss well. Serve alongside the bean cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 39 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 24 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

BLACK BEAN-SWEET POTATO SKILLET



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My fiancé loves sweet potatoes. By adding black beans, I came up with a nutritionally complete main dish. Its bright orange and black color makes it fun for Halloween. -April Strevell, Red Bank, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and finely chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 teaspoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/4 cups uncooked couscous

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the beans, sweet potatoes, broth, chipotle, pepper and cinnamon., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Uncover and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until potatoes are very tender and mixture is thickened, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, cook couscous according to package directions. Serve with black bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SPICY BLACK BEAN CAKES



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These baked black bean cakes are easy to make and less fat than fried cakes.

Provided by CHRISTINA5362

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup reduced fat sour cream
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 small fresh jalapeno pepper, minced
salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 green onions, thinly sliced
6 cloves garlic, pressed
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, finely diced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 (14.5 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups grated raw sweet potato
1 egg, lightly beaten
½ cup plain dried bread crumbs

Steps:

  • To prepare lime sour cream, mix the sour cream, lime juice, 1 small minced jalapeno, and salt together in a small bowl. Cover, and refrigerate.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook green onions until softened, about 1 minute. Stir in garlic, 2 diced jalapenos, and cumin; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Transfer contents of skillet to a large bowl. Stir in black beans, and mash with a fork. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix in sweet potatoes, egg, and bread crumbs. Divide into 8 balls, and flatten into patties.
  • In the oven, set cooking rack about 4 inches from heat source. Set oven to broil. Lightly grease baking sheet with 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Place bean patties on baking sheet, and broil 8 to 10 minutes. Turn cakes over, and broil until crispy, about 3 minutes more. Serve with lime sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 519.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SPICY BLACK-BEAN CAKES



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Because these crispy bean cakes are broiled rather than fried, the recipe doesn't call for much oil, so the cakes contain less fat; they are also easier to make.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 scallions, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, pressed
1 to 2 jalapeno chiles, finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 cans (15.5 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 large sweet potato, peeled and coarsely grated (2 cups)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
Lime Sour Cream

Steps:

  • Heat broiler. In a small skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook scallions until softened, 1 minute. Add garlic, jalapeno, and cumin; cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add beans to bowl; mash with a fork or a potato masher, leaving about 1/4 of the beans whole. Season generously with salt and pepper. Fold in sweet potato, egg, and breadcrumbs. Divide into 8 balls of equal size; flatten into patties.
  • Brush a baking sheet with remaining tablespoon oil; place patties on sheet, 1/2 inch apart. Broil 4 inches from heat until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. With a thin metal spatula, carefully turn cakes. Broil until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes more. Serve with Lime Sour Cream.
  • For the Lime Sour Cream: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream with 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice and 1 small minced jalapeno chile (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired) season with coarse salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 12 g

SWEET POTATO-BLACK BEAN QUESADILLAS



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A classic vegetarian pairing. Black beans, seasoned and roasted sweet potatoes, and melty cheese. What could be wrong with that?

Provided by Jonathan Charbz

Categories     Quesadillas

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups 1/2-inch cubed, peeled sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
4 (12 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded old Cheddar cheese
1 (19 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup salsa
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup sour cream, for topping
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine cubed sweet potatoes, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and a generous amount of salt and cracked pepper in a bowl. Spread cubes out in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes, stir, flip, and return to the oven to bake until tender, 10 to 12 more minutes. Taste and season with additional salt if required.
  • Lay out one tortilla on a flat surface and place 1/2 cup Cheddar on one half of the tortilla. Top with a few scoops of roasted sweet potatoes and a generous scoop of black beans. Spoon over 2 tablespoons salsa and top with 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Fold tortilla over the filling and gently press it down.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Place quesadilla onto hot skillet without any oil and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Carefully flip quesadilla and continue cooking for 2 more minutes. Repeat with remaining ingredients until all 4 quesadillas are fried up.
  • Slice them in half and serve each quesadilla with a couple dollops of sour cream, fresh cilantro, and additional salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1179.4 calories, Carbohydrate 121.5 g, Cholesterol 115.9 mg, Fat 55.5 g, Fiber 19.1 g, Protein 49.7 g, SaturatedFat 27.9 g, Sodium 2218.6 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

BLACK BEAN & SWEET POTATO RICE BOWLS



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With three hungry boys in my house, dinners need to be quick and filling, and it helps to get in some veggies, too. This one is a favorite because it's hearty and fun to tweak with different ingredients. -Kim Van Dunk, Caldwell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1-1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
4 cups chopped fresh kale (tough stems removed)
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
Lime wedges, optional
Additional sweet chili sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Place rice, garlic salt and water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until water is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; saute sweet potato 8 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until potato is tender, 4-6 minutes. Add kale; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in beans; heat through., Gently stir 2 tablespoons chili sauce and remaining oil into rice; add to potato mixture. If desired, serve with lime wedges and additional chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

BLACK BEAN AND POTATO CAKES



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I got this recipe from our local Beans and Grains store. The mild flavor of the cakes goes well with a hot, spicy fresh salsa. A good way to use up left-over mashed potatoes, too.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 large eggs, beaten
salt and pepper
1 cup breadcrumbs (fresh is better)
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
salsa

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add the mashed potatoes, beans, bell pepper, garlic, chives, and cilantro; stir to combine.
  • Add in the eggs and salt and pepper to taste; stir to mix well.
  • Form mixture into eight 4-inch patties.
  • Put the breadcrumbs into a shallow bowl; dip patties into the crumbs, patting to make the crumbs adhere to the cakes.
  • In a large nonstick skillet or griddle, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
  • Add as many cakes as will fit in a single layer.
  • Brown cakes on one side, then flip to brown on the other side.
  • Keep the cakes warm in a 250 degree oven while cooking the rest of the pancakes.
  • Serve hot with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.4, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 107.8, Sodium 551.1, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 4.1, Protein 14.8

Tips:

  • For crispier cakes, use less sweet potato and more black beans. If using canned black beans, rinse and drain them thoroughly before using.
  • Add extra flavor to the cakes by using a variety of seasonings, such as chili powder, cumin, paprika, or cayenne pepper. You can also add fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.
  • If you don't have any bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or tortilla chips instead.
  • Serve the cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
  • These cakes can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato black bean cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal or a fun and festive party snack, these cakes are sure to please. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give these sweet potato black bean cakes a try!

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