Loaded Baked Sweet Potatoes

Serves

4

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

55 minutes

Ingredients

For the sweet potatoes & chickpeas:
  4 medium sweet potatoes (about 10 oz/280 g each), scrubbed
  ¾ tsp each: garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt
  1 can (15 oz/425 g) chickpeas, rinsed, drained, patted dry
For the toppings:
  zest of 1 lime + 1 tbsp juice
  8 oz (240 g) soy yogurt
  green onions, chopped
  1 avocado, diced
  fresh cilantro, chopped

Nutrition

(Per Serving)

Calories

563

Fats

15 g

Protein

17 g

Carbs

90 g

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking tray with parchment paper. Prick potatoes with fork and place on one half of tray.
  • In bowl, combine garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and salt. Remove 1 teaspoon spice mix and set aside. Add 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil to remaining spice mix. Stir in chickpeas and toss to coat. Spread on other half of tray.
  • Roast chickpeas and potatoes for 30 to 35 minutes, tossing chickpeas halfway. Transfer chickpeas to plate. Return potatoes to oven for 15 to 20 more minutes, or until tender.
  • In small bowl, mix lime zest and juice with yogurt. Cut potatoes in half and sprinkle flesh with reserved spice mix.
  • Top as desired with chickpeas, yogurt, green onions, avocado, and cilantro.