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Healthy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Casserole
A nutritious and flavorful casserole combining sweet potatoes, black beans, and spices, topped with cheese and fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
Vegetables and Beans
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- to taste Salt and pepper Salt and pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime lime, cut into wedges
Optional toppings
- to taste sour cream or Greek yogurt
- to taste avocado slices
- to taste jalapeño slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine sweet potatoes, black beans, bell pepper, onion, and garlic in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to a casserole dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30-35 minutes until tender.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with cilantro, serve with lime wedges, and add optional toppings as desired.
Notes
You can customize toppings and cheese to suit dietary preferences.