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Roasted Chickpea and Sweet Potato Salad

Roasted Chickpea and Sweet Potato Salad (with Sweet Tahini Dressing)


  • Author: Emily Walker
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Hearty, vibrant, and full of texture, this Roasted Chickpea and Sweet Potato Salad brings together sweet, smoky, and nutty notes in every bite. Topped with a creamy tahini dressing, it’s a wholesome dish that feels indulgent and nourishing all at once. Perfect as a main or a shareable side — every forkful is pure satisfaction.


Ingredients

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4 cups arugula or mixed salad greens

1 cup sweet potato, diced

1 cup chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and patted dry

2 tbsp sunflower seeds

2 tbsp dried cranberries

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp smoked paprika

2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sweet Tahini Dressing:

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp tahini

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tsp maple syrup

4 tbsp water (add more if needed for consistency)


Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Toss sweet potato and chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.

In the meantime, whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy, adjusting water for your desired thickness.

In a large bowl, combine arugula, roasted chickpeas and sweet potato, sunflower seeds, and cranberries.

Drizzle with the tahini dressing and toss gently before serving.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320kcal/serving
  • Fat: 20g/serving
  • Carbohydrates: 28g/serving
  • Fiber: 7g/serving
  • Protein: 8g/serving