Roasted Sweet Potato and Chickpea Bowl with Chipotle Tahini
This Roasted Sweet Potato and Chickpea Bowl with Chipotle Tahini is a hearty plant-based meal filled with roasted Sweet Potato, crispy Chickpea, fresh vegetables, and a smoky, creamy Tahini sauce flavored with chipotle.It’s vegan, gluten-free, packed with fiber and protein, and perfect for meal prep or a nourishing dinner bowl.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25–30 minutes
Total time: 40–45 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Roasted Vegetables
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Bowl Base
2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
2 cups baby spinach or kale
1 avocado, sliced
½ cup shredded carrots
¼ cup chopped cilantro
Chipotle Tahini Sauce
3 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp maple syrup or honey
½–1 tsp chipotle powder (or chipotle in adobo, minced)
2–4 tbsp warm water (to thin)
pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
On a baking sheet toss sweet potatoes and chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Spread evenly and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until sweet potatoes are tender and chickpeas slightly crispy.
2. Prepare the Chipotle Tahini
In a bowl whisk together:
tahini
lemon juice
maple syrup
chipotle powder
salt
Add warm water gradually until the sauce becomes smooth and drizzleable.
3. Assemble the Bowls
Divide quinoa or rice among bowls.
Top with:
roasted sweet potatoes
chickpeas
spinach or kale
avocado slices
shredded carrots
4. Add Sauce and Garnish
Drizzle generously with chipotle tahini and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
Serve warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this bowl ahead?
Yes. Store roasted vegetables, grains, and sauce separately for 3–4 days.
Can I make it spicier?
Add extra chipotle powder or chili flakes.
Can I add more protein?
You can add:
grilled tofu
tempeh
roasted cauliflower
extra chickpeas
Can I substitute quinoa?
Yes. Try brown rice, farro, couscous, or cauliflower rice.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~420 kcal
Protein: ~14 g
Carbohydrates: ~55 g
Fiber: ~12 g
Fat: ~18 g
Sodium: ~350 mg