Tandoori Chickpea Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Instructions

1. Bake your sweet potatoes. Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Lightly slash or prick the sweet potatoes several times with a sharp knife to allow for even ventilation. Place the potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet (line with parchment paper for easy cleanup). Bake for 45-55 minutes (depending on size), or until the potatoes are fork tender and don’t give any resistance.1. NOTE: you can also roast/bake the sweet potatoes up to a few days in advance.
2. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the Tandoori Roasted Chickpeas. Stir together the ingredients for the Tandoori spice mix in a large bowl. Add the the drained chickpeas, along with the oil and salt, and toss well to coat the chickpeas evenly with the spice mix.
3. Transfer the chickpeas to a rimmed baking sheet (line with parchment paper for easy cleanup) and spread them out. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown and blistered in some spots. If you can, give the pan a shake and a toss halfway through cooking.1. NOTE: To time things efficiently, add the the chickpeas to the oven when there’s about 20 minutes left of cooking on the sweet potatoes (will vary based on the size of your sweet potatoes).
4. Assemble the sweet potatoes. Cut a slit in the top of each baked but don't cut all the way through so the potato stays together. Stuff with the Tandoori Roasted Chickpeas and any fresh veggies you’re using (tomatoes, onions, cucumber). Add a few spoons of the Vegan Raita, drizzle on the Cilantro Sauce, and serve with a wedge of lime or lemon.