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Sweet Potato Boats with Spinach, Mushroom & Feta

Sweet Potato Boats with Spinach, Mushroom & Feta


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A comforting vegetarian recipe featuring roasted sweet potatoes stuffed with garlicky spinach and mushrooms, topped with feta and a creamy avocado dressing.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of sea salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini or baby bella)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (or vegan feta)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (basil, parsley, or chives)
  • Optional: toasted pine nuts or walnuts
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (or dairy-free)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove (grated)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Water to thin (as needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick sweet potatoes, rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 40–45 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Heat oil or butter in a skillet. Sauté mushrooms for 5–6 mins. Add garlic, spinach, herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook until wilted.
  3. Blend avocado, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper into a dressing. Thin with water as needed.
  4. Slice open sweet potatoes. Fluff inside with a fork. Fill with veggie mixture. Top with feta, avocado dressing, and herbs.
  5. Serve warm. Optional: add nuts for crunch.

Notes

  • Use goat cheese or vegan feta as desired.

  • Substitute spinach with kale or Swiss chard.

  • Add cooked lentils or chickpeas for more protein.

  • Dressing also works as a dip or sandwich spread.

  • Keep dressing separate if storing for later use.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 370