Description
Bring bold flavor to your table with this Southwest Sweet Potato Black Bean and Rice Skillet Bliss — a one-pan, plant-powered meal that’s bursting with color and taste. Packed with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, rice, and Tex-Mex spices, this easy dinner idea comes together in just 40 minutes. It’s perfect for those looking for healthy snack alternatives, quick breakfast inspiration, or easy recipe options for meatless Monday. Whether you’re after comforting food ideas or dinner ideas that are vegetarian and satisfying, this skillet dish delivers in flavor and convenience.
Ingredients
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1.5 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1.5 cups cooked rice
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes.
3. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Add roasted sweet potatoes, cooked rice, black beans, and bell pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 5-7 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Turn off heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice if using.
7. Serve hot as-is, or use in wraps, burrito bowls, or tacos.
8. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Notes
Roast the sweet potatoes until slightly caramelized for extra flavor.
Adjust spices to taste — add cayenne for more heat or a splash of hot sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy dinner, one-pan, healthy skillet meal, vegetarian dinner, plant-based recipe