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Sweet Potato Meatballs

5 from 30 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sweet potatoes (peeled and baked)
  • 1 can chickpea (drained)
  • 1 tablespoon marscapone cheese (or cream cheese)
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 tablespoons parm cheese
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1 garlic clove (grated)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 handful basil
  • 1 handful parsley
Additional Ingredient:
  • 1/2 cup marinara

Method
 

  1. First, bake the sweet potatoes. Use the microwave (poke holes in the potato if using microwave) 8 minutes. This will save so much time compared to cooking in oven.
  2. Next, add all the sweet potatoes and chickpeas to a bowl and smash with a potato masher.
  3. Now, add the rest of the ingredients (exceptathe marinara) and mix to combine.
  4. Next, form into balls and place on a parchment lined baking dish. Place in a 400 degree oven for 30 minutes. Then top with marinara and place back in the oven 5 minutes more.
  5. Finally, enjoy with pasta, salad, or in a pita!