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Sweet Potato Budget Bowl

Delicious Sweet Potato Budget Bowl for Tasty Weeknight Meals

This Sweet Potato Budget Bowl transforms simple ingredients into a vibrant feast, perfect for quick, healthy weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten Free, Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 large Sweet Potatoes Yukon Gold or orange-fleshed varieties recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Or light olive oil if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can be substituted with regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can also be used, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste
For the Protein & Grain Base
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinse and drain canned beans
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Can be substituted with coriander
  • 1 cup Cooking Quinoa or Brown Rice Other grains like farro or barley can be used
For the Fresh Toppings
  • 1 medium Avocado Can substitute with tahini or dairy-free yogurt
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro Parsley can replace or skip if not a favorite
  • 0.5 cup Pickled Red Onions Can substitute fresh onions or skip
  • 1 cup Shredded Purple Cabbage Can substitute with green cabbage

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and cut sweet potatoes into ½-inch cubes. Toss with avocado oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and sea salt.
  3. Spread seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. Heat a skillet, add oil, and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in black beans and cumin, cooking for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
  6. Assemble bowls with quinoa or rice as the base, topped with roasted sweet potatoes and black beans.
  7. Add avocado, shredded cabbage, and pickled onions as toppings. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best texture, ensure sweet potatoes are cut into uniform cubes. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent steaming. Flip sweet potatoes halfway through roasting for even crispiness. Add lime juice to black beans for enhanced flavor.

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