Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl, a delightful dish that combines wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal. This bowl is perfect for lunch or dinner and is easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. The sweet potatoes are roasted to perfection, paired with creamy tahini sauce, and served over rice for a hearty, vegan, and gluten-free option. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or hosting a casual dinner party, this colorful and nutritious bowl will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 chopped bell peppers
- 1 cubed avocado (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked rice
- 2 sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 415°F (210°C). On a parchment-lined baking sheet, toss sweet potatoes with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Bake for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic (and optional onions/bell peppers) in olive oil before adding drained black beans until heated through.
- Assemble bowls with cooked rice as the base, followed by roasted sweet potatoes, warm black beans, avocado, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg