Description
A vibrant, plant-powered bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and lime-infused rice. Perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner. Packed with fiber, protein, and flavor, this wholesome dish is customizable and comforting.
Ingredients
1 medium sweet potato (about 300g), peeled and cubed
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
1 lime, zested and juiced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 avocado, sliced
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Low-sodium tortilla chips (optional)
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
Cook rice using 2 cups water and lime zest, juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp cumin. Fluff with a fork.
In a skillet, warm remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté garlic briefly, add black beans, cumin, salt, and caramelize for 5-7 minutes.
Assemble bowls with rice, sweet potatoes, black beans, avocado, cilantro, and tortilla chips. Garnish with lime.
Notes
Use coconut oil instead of olive oil if preferred.
Swap sweet potato for butternut squash or other root vegetables.
Double recipe for meal prep; store in airtight containers for 3-4 days.
Add frozen corn, black olives, or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Roasting
- Cuisine: Global Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups total)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg