27/09/2023
🍠🥬💚 New Recipe
Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad
Serves: 2
Ingredients
2 medium sweet potatoes, sliced
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 red onion, finely sliced
1/2 avocado, peeled and sliced
Fresh rocket, roughly chopped
Fresh dill, chopped
Dressing
2 Tbsps olive oil
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp honey or maple syrup (for a vegan option)
Salt and pepper to taste
Method
1. Preheat your oven to 200°C.
2. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Roast in the oven for about 30 - 35 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
4. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, in a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red onion, avocado, rocket and dill.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and a pinch of salt and pepper.
6. Once the sweet potatoes are done, let them cool for a few minutes, then add them to the bowl with the chickpeas and vegetables.
7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined.
8. Serve and enjoy!
This Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad is a nutritious and satisfying meal that is rich in complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It's not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. 🌱
