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Sweet Potato Baba Ganoush

This Sweet Potato Baba Ganoush is a seasonal twist with more warming seasonings to pair with the sweet potato substituted for eggplant. 
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 1 cup

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sweet potato (small)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/8 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil. Prick the sweet potato with a fork and place on the sheet. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until soft inside. Let cool.
  • Once cool enough to handle, scoop out the inside of the sweet potato and add to the food processor or blender. Add in all other ingredients and mix until well incorporated and the sweet potato has a whipped texture.
  • Serve right away. Keeps in the fridge for 2-3 days.