Instructions

Heat oven to 400° and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the sweet potatoes on the lined baking sheet and prick each several times with a fork. Bake 45 to 60 minutes, until fork-tender.

In a large skillet, heat 1 Tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat. Add shallot and cook 3 to 5 minutes until transparent, stirring frequently. Add the chicken broth and kale. cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently until the liquid evaporates and kale is tender. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

In a medium bowl, whisk together water, tahini, lemon juice, one tablespoon of the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add additional water one teaspoon at a time until desired consistency.

To serve, cut each sweet potato in half and mash the flesh with a fork. Place two halves on each plate. Top with kale, lentils, and a drizzle of tahini dressing.

Sweet potatoes can be baked ahead of time and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to four days. The tahini dressing can also be made ahead and stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to five days.