Description
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with Sweet Potato with Butter Beans Crunch, a dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the savory crunch of seasoned butter beans. Ideal for any occasion, this recipe serves as a healthy side dish or a light main course. The crispy topping adds an enjoyable texture contrast, making each bite memorable. With easy preparation steps and nutritious ingredients, this plant-based meal is not only satisfying but also versatile enough to complement various meals. Try it today for a deliciously wholesome experience!
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)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon juice (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Pierce them several times with a fork.
- Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, mix butter beans with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Spread the bean mixture on another baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, slice open and fluff insides with a fork.
- Top each potato with butter beans mixture, drizzle with lemon juice, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main Course/Sides
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg