Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl, a delightful vegan and gluten-free dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. This nutritious bowl combines roasted sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, and fluffy rice seasoned with Cajun spices for an exciting taste experience. Not only does it look appealing with its colorful ingredients, but it’s also quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes! Customize your bowl with toppings like creamy avocado or zesty tahini sauce to suit your preferences. It’s the ideal meal prep solution for busy weeks or a delightful dish to share with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups rice, uncooked
- Black beans from the Mexican Fiesta Cauliflower Rice
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/8 cup or more water to thin
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Preheat oven to 415°F (213°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic with optional onions and bell peppers in oil. Stir in drained black beans and keep warm.
- Assemble the bowl by layering rice, roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and avocado. Drizzle with tahini sauce and your choice of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (420g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 82g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg