Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl—a quick, hearty meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. This delicious dish features roasted sweet potatoes, nutritious rice, and creamy tahini sauce, all infused with zesty Cajun seasoning. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, it’s customizable to your taste with a variety of toppings. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a solo meal, this bowl is sure to impress your palate while providing wholesome nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked rice
- 1 can black beans (drained)
- 1 avocado (cubed)
- 2 bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup onions (chopped)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Tahini sauce (1/3 cup tahini, juice of 1 lemon, water to thin)
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 415°F (210°C). Cube sweet potatoes and toss with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Roast on a lined baking sheet for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and optional veggies until fragrant, then add black beans and warm through.
- Assemble your bowl: start with rice as the base, add roasted sweet potatoes and black beans. Top with avocado 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: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 81g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg