Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl


Ingredients:

For the Bowl

1 sweet potato, diced

1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

2 cups spinach (or arugula, kale, mixed greens)

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 teaspoons cumin

1 tablespoon paprika

For the Cilantro Lime Rice:

1 cup white rice (adjust as needed)

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Juice of 1 lime

Salt to taste

 

For the Chipotle Dressing:

1/4 cup Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon adobo sauce

Juice of 1 lime

Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

Avocado

Red onion, thinly sliced

Fresh lime wedges

Additional cilantro, for garnish

Sliced jalapeños (optional)

 

Instructions:

1. Cook the white rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and mix in the

chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

 

2. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss the diced sweet potato with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt,

and pepper in a mixing bowl. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. 

 

3. Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.

 

4. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat the black beans in a small saucepan over

medium heat until warmed through. Season with a bit of cumin and salt if desired.

 

5. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, adobo sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and

creamy.

 

Assemble the Bowl:

1. Start with a base of fresh greens in each bowl.  Add 1/2 cup of cilantro lime rice. Top with

roasted sweet potatoes and warmed black beans. Drizzle the chipotle dressing over the top.

Finish with desired toppings: avocado, sliced red onion, lime wedges, fresh cilantro, and

jalapeños.

 

Serves: 3

Protein: 13g

Calories: 430