Mediterranean Diet Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your weeknight dinner with Mediterranean Diet Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes—an irresistible combination of hearty sweet potatoes, creamy tahini sauce, and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired toppings. This recipe marries the natural sweetness of perfectly roasted sweet potatoes with the bold flavors of parsley, tangy feta cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of lemon-infused tahini sauce. Simple to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep, these sweet potatoes emerge from the oven tender on the inside with lightly crispy skin, ready to be transformed into a wholesome and nutrient-packed dish. Whether enjoyed as a flavorful vegetarian main or a side dish, these Mediterranean sweet potatoes are as stunning to serve as they are delightful to eat. Perfect for those seeking healthy, easy, and delicious recipes, this dish captures the essence of the Mediterranean diet in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Prick each sweet potato several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle olive oil over the sweet potatoes and sprinkle with salt and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Bake the sweet potatoes for 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender and the skin is slightly crispy. You should be able to easily insert a knife into the center.
While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed; the sauce should be creamy but pourable.
Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Slice each sweet potato lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Use a fork to gently fluff the insides of the sweet potatoes.
Drizzle the tahini sauce over each sweet potato, then top with fresh parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.4 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3361 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.9 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5121 mg | 394% | |
| Iron | 21434.4 mg | 119080% | |
| Potassium | 2528 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
