black bean burger bowls

Name: black bean burger bowls
Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes ((about 1½ pounds total)); Extra virgin olive oil; Kosher salt, (to taste); Freshly ground black pepper, (to taste); 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 cup walnut halves and pieces; 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, (drained and rinsed); 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; chopped romaine lettuce, (for serving ); chopped tomatoes, (for serving ); thinly sliced red onion, (for serving ); dill pickle slices (for serving ); diced avocado, (for serving ); shredded cheddar cheese, (for serving ); 1/4 cup well-stirred tahini; 3 tablespoons pickle brine; 2-3 tablespoons warm water

skip the drive-thru!

I’ve been a vegetarian for over two decades so it’s been a REALLY long time since I’ve had a true cheeseburger stacked high with toppings. And since veggie burgers are kind of “been there, done that” vegetarian meal, I wanted to come up with a fun and creative way to serve a burger-inspired meal. Enter: these build-your-own bowls featuring crispy sweet potato fries, a hearty black bean and walnut mixture, a savory tahini sauce, and all of the classic burger toppings that you know and love. …