Southwest Sweet Potato Bowl
A hearty, plant-forward sweet potato bowl with black beans, fresh veggies, and a creamy chipotle cottage cheese sauce that adds protein and smoky flavor.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- parchment paper
- Blender
- Cutting board
- Chef's Knife
- measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoe Base
- 2 sweet potatoes, diced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Bowls
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can corn
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ red onion, diced
Dressing
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 3 tbsp mayo
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce
- 1 chipotle pepper optional
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ⅕ tsp salt
- 2-5 tbsp water as needed to thin out sauce as desired
Instructions
Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potatoes with oil and salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
Make the Dressing:
- Blend all dressing ingredients until creamy. Add water or milk to reach desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Assemble the Bowls:
- Add roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, red onion, tomatoes, and avocado. Drizzle with southwest dressing.
Garnish and Serve:
- Finish with optional toppings like fresh herbs, jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients used, brands, and portion sizes.
Nutrition
Calories: 616kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 19gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 1503mgPotassium: 1295mgFiber: 16gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 17084IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 129mgIron: 4mg
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