Description
A vibrant, healthy, and satisfying meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and corn, topped with a creamy, zesty avocado lime dressing. This bowl is perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Bowl:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice (optional)
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
For the Avocado Lime Dressing:
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned. - Heat Black Beans and Corn:
While the sweet potatoes roast, heat black beans and corn in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes. - Make Dressing:
In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. - Assemble Bowls:
In each bowl, layer cooked quinoa or rice (if using), roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and corn. - Serve:
Drizzle with avocado lime dressing and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
A vibrant, healthy, and satisfying bowl filled with sweet potatoes, black beans, and a creamy avocado lime dressing – perfect for a wholesome meal! Optionally, serve over quinoa or rice for extra heartiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg