Description
Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly balances sweetness and earthiness. Featuring creamy roasted sweet potatoes and hearty black beans, this salad is enhanced by fresh herbs and a zesty lime dressing. Ideal for any occasion, it can be served warm or chilled, making it a versatile addition to your meals. Whether enjoyed as a side at barbecues or as a main dish, this colorful salad is sure to impress with its delightful flavors and health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz or 425g) low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss diced sweet potatoes in olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes with black beans, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper; pour over the salad mixture and toss gently.
- Serve warm or chilled, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg