Sweet Potato Burrito Bowl (Print View)

Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, rice, and fresh veggies combine in a colorful and flavorful plant-based bowl.

# Components:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Bowl Base

07 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or white rice or quinoa
08 - 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
09 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)

→ Toppings

10 - 1 avocado, sliced or diced
11 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
13 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - Hot sauce, optional

→ Optional Dressing (Chipotle-Lime)

16 - 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise or plain plant-based yogurt
17 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
18 - 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder or adobo sauce
19 - Salt, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and tender.
02 - While sweet potatoes roast, cook rice or quinoa according to package directions. Warm black beans and corn in a skillet or microwave with a splash of water and a pinch of salt until heated through.
03 - Combine vegan mayonnaise or plain plant-based yogurt, lime juice, chipotle powder or adobo sauce, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth.
04 - Layer rice or quinoa in serving bowls. Top with black beans, corn, roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
05 - Drizzle with lime juice and the chipotle-lime dressing if using. Garnish with fresh cilantro and hot sauce as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Satisfying plant-based meal that is completely vegan and gluten-free
  • Easy to customize with whatever grains or toppings you have on hand
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for meal prep since the components can be made ahead
02 -
  • High in plant protein and fiber thanks to sweet potatoes, beans, and brown rice
  • Versatile with seasonal toppings or grains
  • Great for prepping meals ahead of time and enjoying all week
03 -
  • Roast sweet potatoes cut into similarly sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly
  • If you want extra caramelization on the potatoes, give them plenty of room on the pan and keep at high heat
  • Always toss the fresh toppings on last so they stay vibrant and crisp
  • A drizzle of lime juice brings every bite together and lifts the whole bowl with brightness

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