Name: SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN BOWL WITH CILANTRO LIME YOGURT SAUCE LAYERED OVER BROWN RICE
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1½ cups cooked black beans (or 1 can, drained and rinsed); 2 cups cooked brown rice; Salt to taste; Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish; ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (use plant-based yogurt for vegan option); Juice of 1 lime; ½ teaspoon lime zest; ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for smoother texture)

Description

A nourishing bowl of roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, brown rice, and tangy cilantro lime yogurt—pure comfort and health.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Bowl

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1½ cups cooked black beans (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
2 cups cooked brown rice
Salt to taste
Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish

For the Cilantro Lime Yogurt Sauce

¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (use plant-based yogurt for vegan option)
Juice of 1 lime
½ teaspoon lime zest
¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for smoother texture)

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, pepper, and a pinch of salt. Spread them out evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and golden-brown on the edges.

Step 2: Prepare the Brown Rice

While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare your brown rice if it’s not already cooked. For a perfect texture, rinse 1 cup of brown rice, then simmer it with 2¼ cups water and a pinch of salt for 35–40 minutes. Once done, fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.

Step 3: Mix the Cilantro Lime Yogurt Sauce

In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lime juice, zest, chopped cilantro, garlic, sea salt, and olive oil (if using). Stir until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator while you assemble the bowls—it allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Step 4: Warm the Black Beans

Place black beans in a saucepan with a splash of water or broth and warm them over medium heat. Add a pinch of salt if needed. Cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.

Step 5: Assemble the Bowl

In a large serving bowl, layer the brown rice as your base. Add a generous portion of roasted sweet potatoes, then a scoop of warm black beans. Drizzle with the cilantro lime yogurt sauce and finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3
Calories: 390
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 5mg