Description
Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Chickpeas is a wholesome, vegan dish featuring baked sweet potatoes topped with a savory chickpea and onion mixture, complemented by a creamy tahini sauce. This combination of ingredients creates a balanced meal, rich in fiber, protein, and essential nutrients, making it a go-to option for anyone looking for a filling and healthy meal. It can be served as a main dish or a side dish for your next family gathering or dinner party.
Ingredients
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 10oz/300g each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 ¾ cup cooked chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tbsp harissa paste (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- Cilantro for garnish
Tahini Sauce:
- 5 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2–4 tbsp water (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper or foil and drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil on the bottom.
- Prepare sweet potatoes: Scrub them clean, remove any bad spots, and place them on the baking pan. Bake for about 50 minutes until tender.
- Cook chickpeas: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add spices: Stir in chickpeas, harissa paste, cumin, and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Make tahini sauce: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, maple syrup, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add water until smooth.
- Assemble: Slice open baked sweet potatoes, mash the insides slightly, and top with the chickpea mixture.
- Drizzle with tahini sauce and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Notes
Feel free to get creative with your toppings! You can add a dollop of Greek yogurt, a drizzle of tahini or hot sauce, or even sprinkle some feta cheese or avocado slices for extra flavor. This dish is super customizable—perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Let me know in the comments how you topped yours!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Chickpeas