Roasted Sweet Potato Tahini Bowl
A vibrant, nourishing bowl featuring caramelized sweet potatoes, protein-packed chickpeas, and a creamy, zesty tahini dressing.
Ingredients
- •2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
- •1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
- •3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- •1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- •4 cups baby spinach or chopped kale
- •1 cup cooked quinoa
- •1/3 cup runny tahini
- •2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- •1 tablespoon maple syrup
- •2 tablespoons warm water (to thin the dressing)
- •2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- •1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes and chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt until evenly coated.
- 3
Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and the chickpeas are slightly crispy.
- 4
While the vegetables roast, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and warm water in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- 5
Divide the fresh greens and cooked quinoa among four bowls.
- 6
Top each bowl with the roasted sweet potato and chickpea mixture.
- 7
Drizzle generously with the tahini dressing and garnish with fresh parsley and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- To save time, you can roast the sweet potatoes and chickpeas up to 3 days in advance and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- If the tahini dressing becomes too thick, add an extra teaspoon of warm water until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
- Feel free to swap the quinoa for brown rice or farro if you prefer a different grain texture.
✅ How it should turn out
The dish should feature golden-brown, tender sweet potatoes paired with crunchy chickpeas, all tied together by a silky, nutty dressing that perfectly balances earthy and bright citrus notes.