Caribbean Spiced Veggie Burger with Cassava Fries

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).

2. 2

   Peel the cassava and cut it into fry-shaped sticks. Rinse well and pat dry.

3. 3

   Toss the cassava fries with 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp sea salt. Spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer.

4. 4

   Bake the cassava fries for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

5. 5

   While the fries are baking, grill the eggplant slices until tender and lightly charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.

6. 6

   Slice the avocado thinly and set aside.

7. 7

   Heat the Caribbean spiced veggie patties according to package instructions (usually 3-4 minutes per side on a skillet or grill).

8. 8

   In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and cover to melt.

9. 9

   Toast the whole wheat buns lightly.

10. 10

    To assemble each burger: Spread 1/2 tbsp mango chutney on the bottom bun, add mixed greens, a veggie patty with melted cheese, 2 slices of grilled eggplant, and avocado slices. Top with the other half of the bun.

11. 11

    Serve the burgers hot with a side of crispy cassava fries.