A surprising combo that’s high in protein, fiber, healthy fats, and complex carbs.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup canned chickpeas (rinsed & drained)
- 1 small avocado (ripe)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional, for heat)
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative (for creaminess)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
- Cherry tomatoes, diced (optional topping)
Instructions:
- Bake the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the sweet potatoes, pierce them with a fork, and bake for 40–50 minutes, or until tender.
- Prepare the Chickpeas
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic, chickpeas, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
- Sauté for 5–7 minutes until slightly crispy and fragrant.
- Make the Creamy Avocado Mix
- In a bowl, mash avocado with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble
- Slice baked sweet potatoes lengthwise and gently mash the inside with a fork.
- Stuff with chickpeas, spoon over creamy avocado mix, and top with cherry tomatoes.
- Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle with parsley or cilantro.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
🕒 Busy Mom Tip
- Cook a batch of sweet potatoes on Sunday, then reheat and stuff them during the week for a 10-minute meal.
- The chickpea-avocado mix also works as a sandwich spread or dip for veggies.
✨ Why it’s unusual: Most people don’t think of stuffing sweet potatoes with a creamy bean-and-avocado filling. It feels indulgent (almost like comfort food), yet it’s nutrient-packed and perfect for muscle + metabolism support after 40.
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