Sweet Potato Chickpea Shawarma Bowls

Name: Sweet Potato Chickpea Shawarma Bowls
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon minced fresh serrano pepper; 1/4 cup sliced green onions; 1/2 cup lightly-packed cilantro; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-in cubes; 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 3 medium cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 3 cups hot cooked jasmine or basmati rice; 2 medium tomatoes, cut into 1/2-in cubes; 1 medium cucumber, cut into 1/2-in cubes; Tahini, flatbread, kalamata olives, lemon wedges, and feta cheese for topping (optional)

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:30min

This sweet potato chickpea shawarma features tender roasted sweet potatoes and chickpeas piled into hearty rice bowls with lots of veggies and a spicy yogurt sauce drizzled on top.

Updated at: Thu, 15 Jan 2026 23:29:52 GMT