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Spinach and Chickpea Stuffed Sweet Potatoes For Strong Bones

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil or hot water for cooking Oil is optional and cooking without oil is more beneficial for health. Use splashes of hot water works just as well for this job.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Scrub your sweet potatoes and make sure you’ve rid them of any dirt, and then pierce them with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven for about 45 to 60 minutes or until they are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
  • While you wait for the sweet potatoes to bake you can heat a skillet over medium heat with a bit of olive oil. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until its fragrance starts filling your kitchen.
  • Then add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until it wilts down.
  • Stir in the drained chickpeas, diced tomatoes, nutritional yeast, dried oregano, salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes allowing the flavours to combine and the mixture to heat through.
  • Once the sweet potatoes are done remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Slice them open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
  • Spoon the spinach and chickpea mixture onto each sweet potato dividing it evenly.
  • Serve your Vegan Spinach and Chickpea Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with a side of steamed broccoli or your favourite leafy greens for added healthy nutrients for bones.

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Keyword baked sweet potatoes, easy dinner, sweet potato dish