Sweet Potato & Black Bean Bowl

Ingredients
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked black beans (or 1 can, rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 avocado, sliced
    • Dressing:
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 of Juice limes
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. 1
    1- Roast the sweet potatoes:
  2. 2
    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, until tender and golden.
  3. 3
    2- Prepare the beans and veggies:
  4. 4
    While potatoes roast, warm the black beans in a skillet with a pinch of cumin and salt. Dice the bell pepper, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the avocado.
  5. 5
    3- Make the dressing:
  6. 6
    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7
    4- Assemble the bowls:
  8. 8
    Divide spinach (or greens) among four bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing and finish with avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Serving Size 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 410kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 310mg13%
Potassium 1050mg30%
Total Carbohydrate 62g21%
Dietary Fiber 15g60%
Sugars 11g
Protein 11g22%
Magnesium 90 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This bowl is easily made vegan (use maple syrup in the dressing). Add quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice for an extra filling base.

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