Description
A high-protein, fiber-rich bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes and a tangy dressing, perfect for weight loss and satisfying meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium sweet potato, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 pieces (4 oz each) chicken breasts or firm tofu
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Squeeze of lemon
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup chickpeas
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Pinch of gelatin (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Chop the sweet potato into 1/2-inch cubes.
- Toss the sweet potato with olive oil, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Spread on a sheet pan and roast for 20–25 minutes until edges brown.
- Season chicken breasts or tofu with salt, pepper, and lemon.
- Sear in a hot skillet for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, and gelatin (if using) until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with mixed greens, roasted sweet potato, protein, chickpeas, and drizzle with dressing.
Notes
For a creamier dressing, whisk in 1 tsp unflavored gelatin dissolved in warm water or use 1/4 tsp xanthan gum.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Searing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 50mg