Sweet Potato & Black Bean Bowl with Zesty Appreciation Sauce~

🥑 Sweet Potato & Black Bean Bowl with Zesty Appreciation Sauce

A hearty, colorful, and flavorful lunch bowl – perfect for celebrating Administrative Professionals Day or anytime you want to treat someone (or yourself) right!

🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins
Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients

For the Bowl:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon ground cumin

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 cup cooked corn (fresh or frozen)

• 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice

• ¼ cup chopped red onion

• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

• Lime wedges, for serving

For the Zesty Avocado Yogurt Sauce:

• 1 ripe avocado

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt

• Juice of 1 lime

• 1 garlic clove

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 2 tablespoons water (to thin, if needed)

🔪 Instructions

STEP 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

3. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet.

4. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.

STEP 2: Make the Zesty Appreciation Sauce

1. In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Add water gradually to achieve your preferred sauce consistency.

4. Chill until ready to serve.

STEP 3: Assemble the Bowls

1. Divide cooked quinoa or rice among 4 bowls.

2. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, and chopped red onion.

3. Drizzle generously with the avocado yogurt sauce.

STEP 4: Garnish and Serve

1. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

2. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

3. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

✅ Tips & Add-Ons:

• Make it vegan: Use a plant-based yogurt alternative.

• Add crunch: Top with pepitas or crushed tortilla chips.

• Meal prep: Store all components separately and assemble when ready to eat.