Description
Experience the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with Sweet Potato with Butter Beans Crunch, a wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender roasted sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy, herb-infused mixture of butter beans, garlic, and smoked paprika. Ideal as a nutritious side for family dinners or a light main course for cozy nights, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor and vibrant colors that will entice your senses. Enjoy the heartiness of this vegan delight while reaping its nutritional benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry sweet potatoes thoroughly; pierce multiple times with a fork.
- Place on a baking sheet and roast for about 45-50 minutes until tender.
- In a medium bowl, mix butter beans, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Spread the butter bean mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Slice open roasted sweet potatoes, fluff the insides with a fork, and top with the crunchy bean mixture.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium sweet potato with topping (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg