Description
Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings together the warmth of Cajun spices and the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this vegan and gluten-free bowl is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With a base of fluffy rice topped with savory black beans, colorful veggies, and a drizzle of creamy tahini sauce, this dish is sure to satisfy and impress. Whether you’re looking for a hearty dinner or a nourishing lunch, this recipe delivers comfort and nutrition in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 1 ½ cups rice (uncooked)
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 chopped bell peppers
- 1 avocado (cubed)
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Black beans
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Preheat oven to 415°F. Toss sweet potato cubes 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 with optional onions and bell peppers, then add drained black beans until heated through.
- Assemble bowls: Start with rice, layer roasted sweet potatoes, add black beans, top with avocado cubes, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 85g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg