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Vegan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Mediterranean Quinoa

Vegan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Mediterranean Quinoa
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Indulge in the vibrant and nutritious flavors of Vegan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Mediterranean Quinoa. These delightful sweet potatoes are generously filled with a hearty mixture of protein-packed quinoa, savory sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and fresh spinach. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive dish at your next gathering, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. The colorful presentation and rich taste will surely satisfy your cravings while providing essential nutrients in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1/2 cup canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Kalamata olives (chopped)
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • Dried thyme, dill, garlic powder, salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Water (to thin)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Puncture sweet potatoes with a fork and bake in a dish for 35–45 minutes until tender.
  2. In a sauté pan over medium heat, warm olive oil and add spinach, chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, quinoa, thyme, dill, garlic powder, salt & pepper. Sauté until warm.
  3. Once cooked, cool sweet potatoes slightly before splitting open with a knife and stuffing with the quinoa mixture.
  4. For the tahini drizzle, whisk tahini with lemon juice and water until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  5. Drizzle tahini over stuffed sweet potatoes and garnish with chives and red pepper flakes before serving.

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