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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito Bowl

Cubed sweet potatoes roasted until caramelized, served over cilantro-lime rice with spiced black beans, fresh salsa, and avocado. A fully plant-based bowl that is hearty, colorful, and naturally satisfying.

50 minEasyServes 4490 cal/serving

MexicanLunchOvenVeganVegetarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyDairy-FreeEgg-FreeGluten-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes, 3/4-inch cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cans black beans (15 oz), drained, rinsed
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 cups cooked long-grain white rice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Spread 2 lbs 3/4-inch cubed sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, half the salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat and arrange in a single layer.

  3. 3

    Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized on the edges.

  4. 4

    While the sweet potatoes roast, warm the 2 cans drained, rinsed black beans (15 oz) in a small saucepan over medium heat with the 2 minced garlic cloves, half the fresh lime juice, and the remaining salt. Stir occasionally for about 5 minutes until heated through.

  5. 5

    Stir 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and the remaining 2 tbsp fresh lime juice into 2 cups cooked long-grain white rice.

  6. 6

    Divide the cilantro-lime rice among four bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned black beans, 2 sliced ripe avocado, and 1 cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa. Serve immediately.

Questions

How long does Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito Bowl keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

Can I halve or double Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito Bowl?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, split it across two pans and rotate them halfway; one crowded pan bakes unevenly.

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