Description
A quick, easy, and healthy one-pan meal featuring sweet potatoes, black beans, and rice with bold Southwest flavors. Perfect for a vegetarian dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 ½ tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 4 oz diced green chiles
- ½ cup salsa (red or verde)
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes, salt, and pepper, and sauté for about 8 minutes.
- Add 3-4 tbsp of water, cover, and steam for 4 minutes until fork-tender.
- Stir in green chiles, black beans, rice, spices, salsa, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Mix everything well and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and cook for 3-4 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with avocado slices, Greek yogurt, fresh tomatoes, or crushed tortilla chips.
Notes
- Use microwaveable brown rice to save time.
- Add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwest