Baked Sweet Potatoes with Spinach, Mushroom & Feta Drizzled with Lemon Herb Tahini 🍠🍄🍋

📝 Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce:

• 1/4 cup tahini

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon water (add more if needed for thinning)

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Salt, to taste

• Fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill), chopped

👨‍🍳 Instructions

STEP 1: Bake the Sweet Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet.

3. Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife.

4. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before cutting open.

STEP 2: Sauté the Filling

1. While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until translucent.

3. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.

4. Stir in the chopped spinach and garlic powder. Cook until the spinach wilts.

5. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

STEP 3: Make the Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together:

   • Tahini

   • Lemon juice

   • Minced garlic

   • Salt

   • Water (start with 1 tbsp, add more as needed for a pourable consistency)

2. Stir in the chopped herbs (such as parsley or dill).

3. Adjust seasoning or consistency to your preference.

STEP 4: Assemble and Serve

1. Slice each baked sweet potato open lengthwise.

2. Use a fork to gently fluff the inside of each.

3. Spoon the sautéed spinach and mushroom mixture into the center.

4. Top generously with crumbled feta cheese.

5. Drizzle the lemon herb tahini sauce over the top.

6. Garnish with fresh parsley.

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes

⏱️ Cook Time: 60 minutes

⏱️ Total Time: 75 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 4

✅ Tips:

• To make this vegan, replace feta with a plant-based alternative or omit it.

• Add a sprinkle of toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch.

• Serve with a side of quinoa or couscous for a heartier meal.