Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl, a nourishing dish that combines creamy roasted sweet potatoes with hearty black beans, crunchy bell peppers, and silky avocado. Finished with a squeeze of zesty lime juice and fresh cilantro, this bowl is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Enjoy a colorful, health-packed meal that delights both the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 400g), peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss diced sweet potatoes in olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While roasting, prepare the other ingredients: chop red bell pepper, dice avocado, and chop cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, red bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix gently to combine.
- Serve in bowls and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 18g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg