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Sweet Potato and Chickpea Grain Bowls with Spicy Maple Tahini Sauce


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Crispy Chickpeas:

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste

For the Spicy Maple Tahini Sauce:

  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha (or more to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons warm water (to thin the sauce)
  • Pinch of salt

For the Grain Base:

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice
  • 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)

Optional Toppings:

  • Sliced avocado
  • Cucumber ribbons
  • Pickled red onions
  • A drizzle of Sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss to coat evenly, spreading the sweet potatoes out in a single layer.
  5. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are caramelized and tender.

Step 2: Make the Crispy Chickpeas

  1. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, pat the rinsed chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chickpeas and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy.
  4. Sprinkle with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Cook for 1-2 more minutes to let the spices coat the chickpeas evenly.
  5. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Spicy Maple Tahini Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, maple syrup, lemon juice, and Sriracha.
  2. Gradually add warm water, whisking until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more Sriracha if you want extra heat.

Step 4: Assemble the Grain Bowls

  1. Start with a base of cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice in each bowl.
  2. Add a handful of mixed greens on top of the grains.
  3. Arrange the roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, sliced avocado, and cucumber ribbons on top.

Step 5: Finish with Toppings

  1. Drizzle the spicy maple tahini sauce generously over the bowl.
  2. Add a swirl of Sriracha for extra heat, if desired.
  3. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Protein: 14g