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Healthy Sweet Potato Burrito Bowl Recipe

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  • Author: saadia
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Burrito Bowl / Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting & Assembling
  • Cuisine: Southwestern / Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A nutritious, flavorful, and easy-to-make sweet potato burrito bowl packed with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, fresh veggies, and zesty toppings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen or canned)
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Optional toppings: salsa, Greek yogurt or light sour cream, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Roast for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
  4. While sweet potatoes roast, warm black beans and corn in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  5. Assemble bowls: start with brown rice or quinoa, then layer roasted sweet potatoes, warmed beans and corn, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado slices.
  6. Top with chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and optional salsa, Greek yogurt or sour cream, and hot sauce as desired.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra protein, add grilled chicken, tofu, or shrimp.
  • Roast extra sweet potatoes and beans for easy meal prep during the week.
  • Swap quinoa for cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
  • Make it vegan by skipping Greek yogurt and choosing vegan toppings.
  • Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños or extra chili powder.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1¼ cups)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 60 g
  • Fiber: 12 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg