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Sweet Potatoes with Tahini Butter Chickpeas

This hearty, plant-based meal brings together caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chili-oil chickpeas, wilted kale, and a silky tahini butter sauce. It's comforting, vibrant, and full of bold Mediterranean flavors—perfect for a wholesome lunch or satisfying dinner.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1 can 15 oz cooked chickpeas, drained
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 3 tbsp vegan butter
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp crispy chili oil
  • 2 spring onions sliced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes and pierce them a few times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 40–50 minutes until they're fork-tender and the skins begin to wrinkle.
  • While the sweet potatoes bake, heat 1 tablespoon of crispy chili oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the drained chickpeas and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 8–10 minutes until golden and crispy. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the chopped kale with a small splash of water or oil. Cook for 2 minutes over medium heat, stirring until wilted and vibrant green. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, melt the vegan butter. Add tahini, soy sauce, maple syrup, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of warm water until pourable.
  • Once the sweet potatoes are done, let them cool slightly. Slice them open lengthwise and lightly mash the insides with a fork. Drizzle generously with the tahini butter sauce.
  • Pile on the crispy chickpeas and sautéed kale. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of crispy chili oil. Finish with sliced spring onions.