Description
This Sweet Potato Black Bean Breakfast Bowl is a nutritious and flavorful meal, featuring roasted sweet potatoes, protein-packed black beans, creamy avocado, and fresh veggies. It’s a vegan, gluten-free, and delicious way to start your day. With a balance of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors, it’s the perfect healthy breakfast bowl for a satisfying and energizing morning.
Ingredients
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 medium red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Prepare the Beans:
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat the black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat, warming them through.
- Assemble the Breakfast Bowl:
- Once the sweet potatoes are done, layer them in a shallow bowl with the warmed black beans.
- Top with diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top.
- Drizzle freshly squeezed lime juice over the entire dish.
- Serve:
- Serve the bowl warm and enjoy the balance of textures and flavors!
Notes
- Vegan Option: Ensure all toppings are plant-based for a fully vegan meal.
- Variation: For those avoiding nightshades, you can substitute zucchini for the sweet potatoes.
- Extra Flavor: Consider adding spices like chili powder or garlic powder for additional depth.
- Storage: Store leftovers in separate airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Roasting