Sweet Potato and Black Bean Fritters with Avocado Crema
Crispy sweet potato and black bean fritters with spicy avocado crema. This american-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free-option) ready in about 30 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, black beans, corn kernels for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled and grated sweet potatoes
- 1 can (15 oz), rinsed and drained black beans
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups grated sweet potatoes, 1 can rinsed black beans, 1/2 cup corn, 1/4 cup flour, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Form mixture into 8 small fritters (about 3 tbsp each) and place in skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Step 3: While fritters cook, blend 1 ripe avocado, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper in a blender until smooth to make crema.
- Step 4: Serve hot fritters topped with a dollop of avocado crema.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sweet Potato and Black Bean Fritters with Avocado Crema take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sweet Potato and Black Bean Fritters with Avocado Crema?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet Potato and Black Bean Fritters with Avocado Crema?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sweet Potato and Black Bean Fritters with Avocado Crema for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sweet Potato and Black Bean Fritters with Avocado Crema gluten-free-option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free-option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
