These Chickpea Sweet Potato Boats are a healthy and tasty vegan meal. There is a lot of fiber and vitamin A in the sweet potatoes, and the chickpeas add protein and flavor. With avocado and fresh cilantro on top, these boats are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 400F 200C
Scrub the sweet potatoes and pierce them several times with a fork
Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat
Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes
Add the chickpeas, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet
Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally
Once the sweet potatoes are done, let them cool slightly
Cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the flesh to create a boat-like shape
Fill each sweet potato boat with the chickpea mixture
Top with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime juice
Serve hot, and enjoy!
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