Sweet Potato Taco Bowl for Balanced, Plant-Forward Meals
This Sweet Potato Taco Bowl is a colorful, hearty one-bowl meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, rice, and fresh toppings with zesty taco flavor. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp taco seasoning
1 cup uncooked brown or white rice
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
1 lime, juiced
Chopped cilantro (optional)
Salt to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F.
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Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil and taco seasoning. Roast for 25–30 minutes until crisp and tender.
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Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff with lime juice and cilantro if desired.
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Warm beans and corn separately on stovetop.
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Prepare fresh toppings: slice onion, halve tomatoes, cut avocado.
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Assemble bowls with rice, sweet potatoes, beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, lettuce, and avocado.
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Drizzle with lime juice and top with cilantro or optional sauces.
Notes
Customize with protein, spicy toppings, or different grains. Great for meal prep or build-your-own dinner nights.