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Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes for a Flavorful Meal

Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes offer a nutritious and vibrant dish perfect for gatherings and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 individual stuffed potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes can substitute with regular baking potatoes or butternut squash
For the Filling
  • 1 can Chickpeas or substitute with white beans or quinoa
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes or use any ripe tomatoes in season
  • 1 cup Cucumber or replace with diced bell peppers
  • 1 Red Onion or substitute with green onions
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives or substitute with green olives
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese or substitute with goat cheese or a dairy-free alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or substitute with basil or dill
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil use high quality
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice or substitute with vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or omitted for milder flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano or substitute with fresh oregano or Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prick sweet potatoes with a fork and roast on the baking sheet for 40–50 minutes until tender.
  3. In a bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. Pour the dressing over the filling and toss gently to combine.
  6. Once cool, slice sweet potatoes lengthwise, fluff the insides, and stuff with the filling mixture.
  7. Serve warm with an optional side salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed potatoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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