Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes with Roasted Chickpeas (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
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These Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes are a simple, balanced meal that’s especially supportive for oily and acne-prone skin — while still nourishing every skin type.
They combine fiber-rich sweet potatoes, protein-packed chickpeas, healthy fats, and bright herbs for a meal that helps steady blood sugar, support digestion, and calm excess oil production from within.
- Sweet Potatoes → Rich in beta-carotene to support healthy cell turnover and reduce clogged pores.
- Chickpeas → Plant protein + zinc to help balance oil production and support clearer skin.
- Olive Oil → Anti-inflammatory fats that calm redness without overwhelming oily skin.
- Garlic & Lemon → Support detox pathways and reduce inflammation.
- Parsley & Tomatoes → Antioxidants that protect against breakouts and dullness.
5 min
25 min
4 pers
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potatoes & Chickpeas
4 medium sweet potatoes, halved lengthwise
1 (15-oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
½ Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp coriander
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp smoked paprika
Pinch sea salt
Garlic Herb Sauce
¼ cup hummus (or tahini)
Juice of ½ lemon (~1 Tbsp)
¾–1 tsp dried dill (or fresh)
3 cloves garlic, minced
Water or unsweetened almond milk to thin
Sea salt, to taste
Parsley-Tomato Topping
¼ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
¼ cup fresh parsley, minced
3 Tbsp finely chopped red onion (optional)
2 Tbsp lemon juice
Directions
1️⃣ Preheat
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
2️⃣ Prepare Potatoes
- Scrub and halve sweet potatoes lengthwise.
- Lightly rub with olive oil and place cut-side down on the baking sheet.
3️⃣ Season Chickpeas
- Toss chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, and salt.
- Spread on the same sheet (or separate sheet if needed).
4️⃣ Roast
- Bake for about 25 minutes, until sweet potatoes are fork tender and chickpeas are golden and slightly crisp.
5️⃣ Make the Sauce
- Whisk together hummus (or tahini), lemon juice, dill, garlic, and enough water or almond milk to make it pourable.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
6️⃣ Prepare Topping
- Toss tomatoes, parsley, red onion (if using), and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Let sit to marinate while everything finishes roasting.
7️⃣ Assemble
- Flip sweet potatoes flesh-side up and gently mash the centers.
- Top with roasted chickpeas, garlic herb sauce, and parsley-tomato salad.
- Serve immediately.
Customize Your Toppings
- 🥬 Extra greens: Add arugula or baby spinach on top.
- 🌾 Grain boost: Add quinoa for extra protein.
- 🌶️ Spice level: Add red pepper flakes for more heat.
- 🥒 Cooling add-on: Add diced cucumber for extra freshness.
- 🥑 Healthy fats: Top with sliced avocado if skin is also feeling dry.
Why Your Skin Will Love This Recipe
This meal is especially supportive for oily and acne-prone skin, because it helps balance the internal factors that often contribute to excess oil.
Sweet potatoes provide vitamin A precursors that support healthy cell turnover — key for keeping pores clear.
Chickpeas supply zinc and fiber, both helpful for regulating oil production and supporting gut balance.
Healthy fats and herbs help calm inflammation without overwhelming the skin.
When blood sugar stays steady and digestion runs smoothly, oil production becomes more balanced. That’s when skin looks clearer, calmer, and less reactive.
At the same time, the antioxidants and healthy fats make this recipe nourishing for all skin types — because good skin health always begins with consistent, whole-food support.
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Christine Glaser, C.A.
Christine is a certified aromatherapist, essential oil specialist, and organic skin care formulator. She loves empowering others with tools to make healthy changes and understand where natural options can be woven into the fabric of everyday routines.
