Description
A vibrant Mediterranean-style sweet potato dish topped with crispy chickpeas, fresh salad, and a flavorful yogurt-hummus dressing—simple, healthy, and full of Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 medium or small sweet potatoes, scrubbed and halved
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp za’atar
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or 1/2 cup hummus/tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 2 tbsp red onion, minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp honey or extra lemon juice (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub halved sweet potatoes with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30–45 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, toss chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, za’atar, salt, and cayenne. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until crispy.
- In a bowl, mix cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and set aside.
- Whisk together Greek yogurt or hummus with lemon juice, garlic, dill or parsley, and a splash of water or milk to thin. Season with salt and pepper.
- Once sweet potatoes are roasted, fluff the inside with a fork. Top with crispy chickpeas, salad, and drizzle with dressing. Garnish with parsley or feta if desired.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use hummus or tahini and skip the cheese.
- Store components separately to keep everything fresh.
- To re-crisp chickpeas, use an oven or air fryer briefly before serving.
- Customize with additional toppings like olives, roasted red peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
