Easy Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Roasted sweet potatoes stuffed with savory chickpeas, fresh vegetables, herbs, and creamy yogurt sauce for a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 medium sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chickpea Filling:
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped parsley
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Yogurt Sauce:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped dill
Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
1/4 cup crumbled feta
1/4 cup diced cucumber
Extra herbs
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Pierce sweet potatoes and roast for 40–50 minutes until tender.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook garlic and chickpeas with spices for 5–6 minutes.
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Stir in tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and lemon juice.
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Mix yogurt sauce ingredients in a bowl.
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Slice roasted sweet potatoes, fill with chickpea mixture, and drizzle with yogurt sauce.
Notes
Add grilled chicken for extra protein or use tahini sauce for a dairy-free option.