These hearty sweet potato (kumara) boats are stuffed with spiced chickpeas and topped with a fresh, tangy yogurt sauce for a satisfying vegan meal.
Ingredients:
- Sweet potatoes (kumara) – 2 medium, halved lengthwise
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Chickpeas (canned or cooked) – 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
- Red onion – 1 small, finely chopped
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Ground cumin – 1 tsp
- Ground paprika – 1 tsp
- Ground turmeric – ½ tsp
- Cilantro (coriander) – 1 tbsp, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper – to taste
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
For the Yogurt Sauce:
- Vegan yogurt – ½ cup
- Tahini – 1 tbsp
- Lemon juice – 1 tsp
- Garlic – 1 clove, minced
- Water – 2-3 tbsp (to thin)
Instructions:
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the sweet potato halves on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
- Cook Chickpeas: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the red onion and garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add the chickpeas, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
- Make Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the vegan yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water. Stir until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Assemble: Once the sweet potatoes are done, carefully scoop out a little of the flesh to create space for the chickpea mixture. Spoon the chickpeas into each sweet potato boat and drizzle with the yogurt sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
Tips:
- You can add a bit of heat by incorporating chili flakes or hot sauce to the chickpeas.
- Try using different spices like coriander or cinnamon for a unique twist.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 10g
These Chickpea Kumara Boats are a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal, great for lunch or dinner. Enjoy!
This recipe combines the richness of roasted kumara with the earthy flavors of spiced chickpeas for a wholesome, plant-based meal!