Baked Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad

This Baked Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with protein-packed chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty dressing. It's a wholesome and satisfying meal perfect for a healthy American supper.

Ingredients

• Sweet potatoes - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Canned chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups (about 60g)
• Red onion - 1/2 small, thinly sliced
• Feta cheese - 50g, crumbled
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the sweet potatoes, then toss to coat evenly.
4. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the drained chickpeas with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt, then mix well.
6. After the sweet potatoes have baked for 10 minutes, add the chickpeas to the baking sheet and continue roasting for the remaining time.
7. Once cooked, remove the sweet potatoes and chickpeas from the oven and let them cool slightly.
8. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, red onion, roasted sweet potatoes, and chickpeas.
9. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently to combine.
10. Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from sweet potatoes, promoting eye health and immune function.
• High in fiber and protein from chickpeas, supporting digestive health and muscle maintenance.

Tags