Tender roasted sweet potato paired with a bold combination of salty feta, sweet dates, and crunchy pecans, finished with a tangy, creamy dressing
4 sweet potatoes
salt, pepper
olive oil
4 dates
40 g feta
a handful of pecans
a handful of arugula
2 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp water
1 tsp maple syrup (or honey)
1 tsp balsamic vinegar
pinch of salt
Slice sweet potatoes into 1–1.5 cm thick rounds
Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle with olive oil
Arrange on a baking tray lined with parchment paper
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for about 30 minutes, until soft
Finely chop pecans and lightly toast them in a dry pan
Chop dates, feta, and arugula, then mix with the pecans
Combine all dressing ingredients until smooth
Top each sweet potato slice with the filling
Drizzle with dressing before serving