Little Dino Sweet Potato & Kale Patties

Vegetarian · Toddler (12m+) · en

These colorful patties hide nutritious autumn kale inside naturally sweet potatoes and beans. They are easy for toddlers to hold and pack a great punch of plant-based protein and iron without any added salt.

Serve these patties with a side of avocado slices for extra healthy fats.
Make sure to mash the black beans sufficiently so there are no whole beans left, which can be a choking hazard for younger babies.
If the dough feels too wet, add an extra tablespoon of oat flour until it holds its shape.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 8
Age: Toddler (12m+)

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Ingredients

Sweet potato — 200 g / 1 cup · peeled and diced
Kale — 50 g / 1 lightly packed cup · tough stems removed
Cooked black beans — 150 g / ¾ cup · rinsed and drained
Oat flour — 30 g / ¼ cup
Ground cumin — 1 pinch
Olive oil — 15 ml / 1 tbsp

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Steps

Steam or boil the diced sweet potato in a pot for 10-12 minutes until very soft. Add the kale during the last 2 minutes to gently steam and wilt it.
Drain the sweet potato and kale well. Finely chop the steamed kale so there are no large, stringy pieces for your toddler to chew on.
In a bowl, mash the sweet potato, chopped kale, and black beans together using a fork or potato masher. Stir in the oat flour and a pinch of cumin until a moldable dough forms.
Shape the mixture into small, toddler-sized patties (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Lightly brush the patties with olive oil and bake at 190°C (375°F) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and firm. Let them cool completely before serving.

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze these patties?

Yes! Store the baked patties in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Microwave them for 30-60 seconds to reheat.

Why add oat flour?

Oat flour helps bind the wet ingredients together without needing an egg, keeping the recipe vegan and allergy-friendly.

Can I use another type of bean?

Absolutely. White beans (cannellini) or chickpeas work perfectly and blend wonderfully with the sweet potato if you don't have black beans.

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