Epicurious Sweet Potato–chickpea-quinoa Burgers Recipe

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Net Carbs are 7% of calories per serving, at 28g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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Keto & Health Insights for Epicurious Sweet Potato–chickpea-quinoa Burgers Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 7% of calories per serving, at 28g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

Epicurious Sweet Potato–chickpea-quinoa Burgers Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 10.5 servings   ( 161 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 418
Total Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g
Monounsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 344mg
Total Carbohydrates: 36g
Dietary Fiber: 8g
Sugar: 6g
Protein: 12g
Calcium: 65mg Iron: 4mg
Potassium: 473mg Vitamin A: 174mcg
Vitamin C: 9mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup quinoa
  • 1 medium orange sweet potato (3/4 pound)
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas or one 15-ounce can, rinsed and thoroughly drained
  • 1 heaping tablespoon finely minced fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced or crushed garlic
  • 3 scallions (whites plus light greens), cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
  • 6 tablespoons quinoa flour
  • 1 cup green peas (steamed fresh or defrosted frozen)
  • 1 cup unsalted peanuts, lightly toasted (optional)
  • Crushed red pepper
  • About 2 tablespoons grapeseed or high-oleic safflower oil for frying
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

Visit Epicurious's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)