Name: Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice; 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned); 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish); 1 ripe avocado; 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt; 1 lime, juiced; 1 garlic clove, minced; Salt and pepper to taste; Water, as needed for consistency

Description

Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing are a delicious and nutritious meal that combines roasted sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, and a creamy avocado lime dressing.

Ingredients

Scale

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

1 ripe avocado
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
1 lime, juiced
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Water, as needed for consistency

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Drain and rinse black beans, then warm them in a saucepan with a pinch of salt and cumin.
In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
In serving bowls, layer cooked quinoa or brown rice, roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes.
Drizzle avocado lime dressing over the bowls and toss gently to combine.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are cut into uniform pieces for even cooking.
Rinse canned black beans to reduce sodium content.
Use ripe avocado for the best dressing texture.
Adjust seasoning to taste as you go.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Roasting and Blending
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450-500
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 300-400mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fiber: 15g
Protein: 15-20g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Sweet Potato, Black Bean, Avocado, Lime Dressing, Vegan, Healthy, Meal Prep