Mediterranean Sweet Potato Boats

⏱️ Time & Servings

• Prep: 15 minutes
• Cook: 40–45 minutes
• Serves: 2–4

📝 Ingredients

🍠 For the Sweet Potatoes

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & black pepper

🥗 Mediterranean Filling

• 1 cup chickpeas (canned, drained & rinsed)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• ½ cucumber (diced)
• ¼ red onion (finely sliced)
• ¼ cup olives (sliced; kalamata preferred)
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• Salt & pepper to taste

🧀 Toppings

• ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• Fresh parsley or basil (chopped)

🥣 Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce

• ¾ cup plain yogurt
• 1 clove garlic (minced or grated)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

🔹 Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes

• Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
• Wash and dry sweet potatoes
• Pierce with a fork 5–6 times
• Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper
• Place on a baking tray
• Roast for 40–45 minutes until soft

👉 Tip: Knife should slide in easily

🔹 Step 2: Prepare the Chickpea Filling

• In a pan, heat a little olive oil
• Add chickpeas, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper
• Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly crispy
• Remove from heat and mix with:
  • Tomatoes
  • Cucumber
  • Red onion
  • Olives

🔹 Step 3: Make the Sauce

• In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt
• Chill until ready

🔹 Step 4: Assemble the Boats

• Slice roasted sweet potatoes lengthwise
• Gently open and fluff inside with a fork
• Spoon chickpea mixture on top
• Add feta cheese
• Drizzle with yogurt sauce

🔹 Step 5: Garnish & Serve

• Sprinkle fresh herbs
• Serve warm

🌿 Flavor Profile

• Sweet & soft potatoes
• Tangy yogurt sauce
• Fresh, crunchy veggies
• Salty feta + briny olives

💡 Pro Tips

• Roast potatoes until caramelized for deeper flavor
• Add a squeeze of lemon before serving for brightness
• Use smoked paprika for extra depth

🔄 Variations

• Add grilled chicken or ground beef for protein
• Make vegan: skip feta & use plant-based yogurt
• Add hummus or tahini drizzle
• Toss in spinach or arugula for greens

🔥 Air Fryer Option

• Air fry sweet potatoes at 200°C (400°F) for 35–40 minutes
• Flip halfway through