Sweet Potato Boats

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these flavorful and nutrient-packed Sweet Potato Boats! Perfectly roasted sweet potato halves with crispy, caramelized edges serve as the base for a savory-sweet chickpea filling infused with smoked paprika, cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup. Topped with creamy Greek yogurt or tangy crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and chopped green onions, this dish boasts an irresistible harmony of textures and flavors. It’s a vegetarian delight that’s as wholesome as it is satisfying, ready in just an hour and perfect for a cozy family meal or a show-stopping side dish. Ideal for those seeking healthy sweet potato recipes, this dish is easy to customize and sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 cup chickpeas
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (optional)
• 2 stalks green onion, chopped
• 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then slice each one in half lengthwise. Lightly brush the cut sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of ground black pepper.

Step 3

Place the sweet potatoes cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the flesh is fork-tender.

Step 4

While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the filling. In a skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chickpeas, smoked paprika, maple syrup, remaining salt, black pepper, and cinnamon. Stir and cook for 5-7 minutes until the chickpeas are golden and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

Remove the baked sweet potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes. Carefully scoop out a small portion of the flesh from the center of each potato half to create a cavity for the filling. Set the scooped-out flesh aside for another use (like mashed sweet potatoes).

Step 6

Fill each sweet potato boat with the cooked chickpeas. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or crumbled feta cheese if desired. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and parsley for freshness.

Step 7

Serve warm and enjoy your hearty, wholesome Sweet Potato Boats!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1019.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1381.5

Total Fat 48.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 57.4mg	0%
Sodium 3394.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.7g	0%
Total Sugars 52.8g
Protein 45.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 729.0mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1098.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.5%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 55.3%