Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad
A hearty roasted sweet potato and chickpea salad with spinach, red onion, herbs, and a lemon-tahini dressing.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 220°C.
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Step 2
Toss the sweet potato and chickpeas with 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil, the cumin, paprika, ⅝ tsp (3 gr) salt, and black pepper.
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Step 3
Spread the seasoned mixture on the baking sheet in one layer. Roast until the sweet potato is tender and browned, turning the mixture halfway through.
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Step 4
Whisk the lemon juice, tahini, maple syrup, remaining olive oil, and remaining ⅜ tsp (2 gr) salt until smooth.
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Step 5
Let the roasted sweet potato and chickpeas cool for 5 minutes.
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Step 6
Combine the spinach, red onion, parsley, and roasted mixture in the large bowl. Add the dressing, toss gently, and serve.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Serve promptly or refrigerate within 2 hours. Keep leftovers covered and refrigerated, and consume within 3 days.
Risk factors
- Hot oven and baking sheet
- Cooked vegetables and dressed greens held at room temperature