Grilled Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad
Something different from the grill with these sweet potato wedges. An easy and flavourful vegetarian salad that can be shared as a main or side dish this grilling season.
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Yield 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 Sweet Potatoes scrubbed (about 1 1/4 lbs)
- 3 tbsp Canola Oil divided
- 1/2 tsp Chili powder
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1 can (19 oz) Chickpeas drained and rinsed (unsalted)
- 2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Parsley fresh, chopped
- 2 tbsp Mint or Basil chopped
- 1/4 cup Gouda Cheese (light) diced
Instructions
- Cut sweet potatoes in half crosswise then in half again lengthwise. Cut each into thin wedges and place in a large bowl. Toss with 2 tbsp (30 mL) of the oil, chili powder and salt. Place on greased grill over medium heat and grill ,turning occasionally for about 10 minutes or until lightly charred and tender. Return to bowl and add chickpeas.
- In a small bowl, whisk together remaining 1 tbsp (15 mL) of oil and vinegar. Drizzle over potato mixture and add parsley, basil and cheese. Toss well to combine.
Estimated Cost Per Serving:
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad
Per
258 g
Calories
310
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Carbohydrates
53
g
18
%
Fibre
9
g
38
%
Sugars
10
g
11
%
Protein
7
g
14
%
Cholesterol
5
mg
2
%
Sodium
150
mg
7
%
Potassium
212
mg
6
%
Iron
1.8
mg
10
%
*5% or less is a little, 15% or more is a lot
Tips & Notes
Tip: For a chunky version of the salad, chop the grilled sweet potatoes and toss with chickpeas.
Recipe developed by Emily Richards