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Sweet Potatoes with Tahini Butter Chickpeas

Sweet Potatoes with Tahini Butter Chickpeas: A Cozy Delight

Roasted sweet potatoes paired with tahini butter chickpeas create a comforting and flavorful dish, making it a delightful choice for any dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tsp Salt sea salt recommended
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper freshly cracked
For the Tahini Butter Chickpeas
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup Tahini smooth and well-stirred
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin freshly ground recommended
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice adjust to taste
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley or Cilantro finely chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Cut them into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and golden.
  5. While the sweet potatoes roast, drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the chickpeas with olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to coat.
  7. After 15 minutes, add the seasoned chickpeas to the baking sheet with sweet potatoes. Roast for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini and lemon juice, gradually adding water until smooth and pourable.
  9. Drizzle tahini sauce over roasted vegetables and garnish with parsley or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are dry for optimal crispness. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes for desired spice level.

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