Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad with Feta and Herbs
Discover the delightful fusion of flavors in this Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad with Feta and Herbs. This vibrant dish combines roasted sweet potatoes, spiced chickpeas, and fresh greens, all beautifully dressed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It’s not only a feast for the eyes with its colorful ingredients but also a powerhouse of nutrition, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Enjoy this salad warm or chilled for a refreshing treat any time of the year!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1/2 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 oz mixed greens
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place sweet potatoes on one half of a baking sheet and chickpeas on the other.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Drizzle half over the vegetables.
- Move chickpeas closer to sweet potatoes and add sliced onion. Bake for about 30 minutes until tender; stir halfway through.
- Allow to cool slightly before mixing with greens in a large bowl. Add remaining dressing and toss gently.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg