Roasted Sweet Potato Chickpea Bowl (Printable Version)

Caramelized sweet potatoes and crispy chickpeas with wilted spinach in smoky chipotle tahini sauce

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables and Legumes

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
03 - 7 cups fresh spinach
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Chipotle Tahini Dressing

07 - 1/4 cup tahini
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
11 - 2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed
12 - Pinch of salt

→ Optional Toppings

13 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
15 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes and chickpeas with 1.5 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes are tender and chickpeas are crispy.
04 - Heat 0.5 tablespoon olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowls.
05 - Whisk tahini, lemon juice, chopped chipotle peppers, maple syrup, water, and salt until smooth. Add additional water as needed to reach desired consistency.
06 - Divide roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and garlicky spinach among serving bowls. Drizzle generously with chipotle tahini dressing. Top with avocado slices, pumpkin seeds, and fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes and protein-rich chickpeas.
  • Quick and easy cleanup with a single-sheet roasting method.
  • Customizable flavors with a creamy, smoky homemade dressing.
  • Naturally gluten-free and easily adapted for vegan diets.
02 -
  • Ensure your sweet potatoes are cut into uniform pieces so they roast evenly within the allotted time.
  • Whisk the dressing thoroughly; if the tahini is particularly thick, adding water one tablespoon at a time will help achieve the perfect drizzling consistency.
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