Description
Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly combines roasted sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, and a zesty tahini sauce. This flavor-packed vegan meal is not only gluten-free but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for both lunch and dinner. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying bowl, which you can customize with your favorite toppings such as fresh greens, proteins, or crunchy nuts. Enjoy a deliciously wholesome meal that caters to your cravings while being low in effort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 ½ cups uncooked rice
- 1 cup black beans (canned)
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 415°F (210°C). Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil and Cajun seasoning on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and optional onions with bell peppers until soft. Stir in black beans and keep warm.
- Assemble your bowl: Layer cooked rice, roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, avocado cubes, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 85g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg