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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Your New Favorite Comfort Food

Mediterranean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes is a vibrant, nutritious meal filled with protein-packed chickpeas, fresh veggies, and tangy feta.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with regular baking potatoes or butternut squash
For the Filling
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced, can substitute with bell pepper
  • 1 medium Red Onion Chopped, can use shallots or green onions
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Sliced
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, can use goat or dairy-free cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with basil or dill
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality oil recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice is preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, can substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can use Italian seasoning as an alternative
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Adjust according to personal taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Prick the sweet potatoes several times with a fork, place on the baking sheet, and bake for 40–50 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large bowl, mix combined chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper together.
  5. Pour the dressing over the filling mixture and toss gently to coat.
  6. Once sweet potatoes are tender, remove and let cool slightly. Slice each potato lengthwise and fluff the inside.
  7. Stuff the sweet potatoes with the filling mixture, packing it in generously.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 20000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Assemble before serving for best texture; consider prepping potatoes and filling in advance for a quick meal.

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