Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing are a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that effortlessly combines roasted sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, and a creamy avocado lime dressing for a delicious weeknight meal. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable, making it perfect for both meal prep and those seeking a satisfying vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado (about 150g)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional: spices like paprika or cumin
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425F (220C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Spread on the baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a blender, combine avocado, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth. Add water if needed for consistency.
- In a large bowl, mix the roasted sweet potatoes with black beans. Add optional toppings like corn or cilantro as desired.
- Serve in bowls drizzled with avocado lime dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg