Loaded Sweet Potato Rounds

We love the idea of loaded nachos but not the reality - though they taste great, crisps don’t make the best basis of a meal! This traybake uses our tofu, lentil and mixed bean chilli as a protein and fibre-rich topping for a base of roasted sweet potatoes instead. With a topping of melted cheddar and lime-pickled onions, we think this healthy twist is far from boring.

Prep time
20 minutes
Cook time
30 minutes
FREEZER FRIENDLY
Yes
SHELF LIFE
3 days
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Prebiotics
3+ fruits &
vegetables
Contains
Soy, Dairy
Ingredients
Serves 4
red onion
Swaps: shallot
very finely diced
lime
juiced
olive oil
red onion
Swaps: shallot
finely diced
garlic cloves
finely diced minced
green chilli
deseeded and very finely diced
red pepper
deseeded and very finely diced
smoked paprika
cumin (ground)
cardamom pods
ground
cayenne pepper
tomato puree
tamari
Swaps: soy sauce
firm tofu
very well drained and crumbled, see note
passata
Swaps: chopped tomatoes (can)
water
dark chocolate (70%)
cooked brown lentils
black beans (can)
Swaps: borlotti beans (can), kidney beans (can), mixed beans (can)
drained and rinsed
sweet potatoes
cut into 5mm rounds
cheddar cheese
coriander
Swaps: parsley
avocado
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Prebiotics
3+ fruits &
vegetables

NUTRITION PER SERVING (Read more)

786kcal
Calories
33g
Protein
36g
Total Fat
90g
Carbs
22g
Fibre
25g
Sugars
569mg
Calcium
44%
 
9mg
Iron
52%
 
206mg
Magnesium
49%
 
639mg
Phosporus
51%
 
2194mg
Potassium
47%
 
550mg
Sodium
24%
 
5mg
Zinc
44%
 
1mg
Copper
138%
 
1mg
Vitamin B1
68%
 
1mg
Vitamin B2
44%
 
6mg
Vitamin B3
35%
 
1mg
Vitamin B6
58%
 
305mcg
Vitamin B9
76%
 
1551mcg
Vitamin A
172%
 
0mcg
Vitamin B12
14%
 
125mg
Vitamin C
139%
 
0mcg
Vitamin D
0%
 
7mg
Vitamin E
46%
 
57mcg
Vitamin K
48%
 
Calories: 786kcal; Protein: 33g; Total Fat: 36g; Carbs: 90g; Fibre: 22g; Sugars: 25g; Calcium: 569mg (44%); Iron: 9mg (52%); Magnesium: 206mg (49%); Phosporus: 639mg (51%); Potassium: 2194mg (47%); Sodium: 550mg (24%); Zinc: 5mg (44%); Copper: 1mg (138%); Vitamin B1: 1mg (68%); Vitamin B2: 1mg (44%); Vitamin B3: 6mg (35%); Vitamin B6: 1mg (58%); Vitamin B9: 305mcg (76%); Vitamin A: 1551mcg (172%); Vitamin B12: 0mcg (14%); Vitamin C: 125mg (139%); Vitamin D: 0mcg (0%); Vitamin E: 7mg (46%); Vitamin K: 57mcg (48%)
Show more

Notes

Chilli is best when it is spoonable and has a homogenous texture so do your best to very finely and evenly chop the vegetables. If you have one, a food processor will give best results.
To drain tofu, remove it from its liquid, place on a baking tray wrapped in kitchen roll and place something heavy on top such as a pan. Allow to sit for 10-15 minutes, allowing the liquid to seep out.
Freezing Instructions: Freeze cooked chilli in a labelled, airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Sweet potatoes, pickled onions, herbs and avocado do not freeze well, but pickled onions keep well in the fridge for up to 1 month.
Alternatives:
cheddar cheese - plant-based alternative

Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Prebiotics
3+ fruits &
vegetables
Contains
Soy, Dairy
Ingredients
Serves 4
red onion
Swaps: shallot
very finely diced
lime
juiced
olive oil
red onion
Swaps: shallot
finely diced
garlic cloves
finely diced minced
green chilli
deseeded and very finely diced
red pepper
deseeded and very finely diced
smoked paprika
cumin (ground)
cardamom pods
ground
cayenne pepper
tomato puree
tamari
Swaps: soy sauce
firm tofu
very well drained and crumbled, see note
passata
Swaps: chopped tomatoes (can)
water
dark chocolate (70%)
cooked brown lentils
black beans (can)
Swaps: borlotti beans (can), kidney beans (can), mixed beans (can)
drained and rinsed
sweet potatoes
cut into 5mm rounds
cheddar cheese
coriander
Swaps: parsley
avocado

Ingredients

Serves 4
red onion
Swaps: shallot
very finely diced
lime
juiced
olive oil
red onion
Swaps: shallot
finely diced
garlic cloves
finely diced minced
green chilli
deseeded and very finely diced
red pepper
deseeded and very finely diced
smoked paprika
cumin (ground)
cardamom pods
ground
cayenne pepper
tomato puree
tamari
Swaps: soy sauce
firm tofu
very well drained and crumbled, see note
passata
Swaps: chopped tomatoes (can)
water
dark chocolate (70%)
cooked brown lentils
black beans (can)
Swaps: borlotti beans (can), kidney beans (can), mixed beans (can)
drained and rinsed
sweet potatoes
cut into 5mm rounds
cheddar cheese
coriander
Swaps: parsley
avocado

Method

Your notes
1

Gather and prepare your ingredients. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan.

2

Place the red onion and lime juice into a bowl. Toss to coat. Cover and place into the refrigerator to macerate while you prepare the rest.

3

Heat half of the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed, oven-proof saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic and chilli with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 4-5 minutes, until softened and reduced. Add the red pepper and cook for a further 2-3 minutes, until reduced.

4

Add the spices and tomato puree. Stir through and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and sticky.

5

Add the tamari and tofu. Cook for a further 1-2 minutes until the tofu is completely covered in spices.

6

Add the tomato passata, water, beans, lentils and dark chocolate. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring to incorporate the chocolate once it melts. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Remove the lid, and cook for a further 2-3 minutes.

7

While the chilli is simmering, place the sweet potatoes onto a baking tray large enough to hold them in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper and place into the oven to bake for 20 minutes, until tender and turning dark golden brown in places.

8

Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven. Dollop with chilli, sprinkle with cheddar cheese and return to the oven for a further 12-15 minutes, until the cheese has melted.

9

Remove the onions from the fridge. Place the avocado and coriander into a bowl, pour over the onions and lime juice and toss to coat. Serve the loaded sweet potatoes topped with the onion and avocado mixture.

Notes

Chilli is best when it is spoonable and has a homogenous texture so do your best to very finely and evenly chop the vegetables. If you have one, a food processor will give best results.
To drain tofu, remove it from its liquid, place on a baking tray wrapped in kitchen roll and place something heavy on top such as a pan. Allow to sit for 10-15 minutes, allowing the liquid to seep out.
Freezing Instructions: Freeze cooked chilli in a labelled, airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Sweet potatoes, pickled onions, herbs and avocado do not freeze well, but pickled onions keep well in the fridge for up to 1 month.
Alternatives:
cheddar cheese - plant-based alternative

Sign up today to unlock this recipe and 800+ others
Join 1000s of others who are already learning how to achieve their health goals

Related recipes for you

© 2024 The Doctor's Kitchen