Quick and Healthy Sweet Potato Lunch
Elevate your midday meal with this *Quick and Healthy Sweet Potato Lunch*, a vibrant and nutrient-packed recipe that’s ready in just 20 minutes! This microwave-friendly dish features a tender, fluffy sweet potato topped with sautéed baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and protein-rich chickpeas. A sprinkle of crumbled feta adds creamy tanginess, while a drizzle of lemon juice and a hint of cumin bring a zesty, aromatic finish. Perfect for busy weekdays, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients with simple yet satisfying flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra freshness, and enjoy this balanced, vegetarian-friendly meal that’s as delicious as it is nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Wash the sweet potato thoroughly and prick it several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
Place the sweet potato in the microwave and cook on high for 5-7 minutes, turning it over halfway through, until it’s soft and fully cooked. (Cooking time may vary depending on the potato size and microwave wattage.)
While the sweet potato is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until wilted. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and set aside.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, rinse the chickpeas under cold water, and prepare the other toppings (feta, lemon juice, cumin, parsley) as needed.
Once the sweet potato is cooked, carefully slice it open lengthwise and fluff the flesh slightly with a fork.
Top the sweet potato with the sautéed spinach, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, and crumbled feta.
Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with ground cumin, salt, and pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and healthy sweet potato lunch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1630 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 516 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1425 mg | 30% | |
*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.
