Sweet Potato & Sesame Bean Bake

So I will admit it, I often embark on something whilst already mid-way through something else. And I’m probably on the phone too. But I can’t help it, when the culinary inspiration strikes it’s my version of quickly writing it down before I forget, or waffling away into a dictaphone to review later.

Basically this recipe was created entirely by accident after a request to produce a natural vegan protein bar which I was totally on track to do before completely forgetting to add a couple of ingredients that I had intended on including. But the result was MARVELLOUS!

There is still ample protein in here as the base is wonderful butter beans with a good sumptuous slug of tahini. Combined together they offer you a complete amino acid profile despite being plant based foods (more information on this topic can be found in this post). I’ve also eliminated the need to add liquid sweeteners by harnessing the natural sweetness of sweet potato & apple, & as these come in their whole forms we have all the fibre & extra bonus nutritious bits too.

Interestingly I have found this both works as a sweetish snack but also brilliantly alongside a crisp salad for a main meal, do let me know if you try it how you prefer it!