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Plant-Based Power Bowl with Sweet Potatoes & Quinoa

Plant-Based Power Bowl: Sweet Potatoes & Quinoa Bliss

This Plant-Based Power Bowl with Sweet Potatoes & Quinoa is a comforting dish packed with nourishing ingredients and customizable options.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course lunch
Cuisine American, plant-based
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • - Large bowl
  • - Pot
  • - Blender

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes diced
  • 15 oz black beans canned, rinsed
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt

For the Dressing

  • 1 medium avocado peeled and pitted
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro optional

Optional Toppings

  • 1/2 cup pickled red onions
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium sliced avocado

Instructions
 

How to Make Plant-Based Power Bowl

  • Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) so it's hot and ready for roasting those sweet potatoes to perfection.
  • Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes, black beans, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender and lightly caramelized.
  • Cook Quinoa: In a pot, combine rinsed quinoa, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  • Make Avocado Dressing: In a blender, combine avocado, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro (if using), garlic, salt, pepper, and a splash of water. Blend until smooth, adjusting with more water if necessary to reach your desired consistency.
  • Assemble Bowls: In each serving bowl, layer the fluffy quinoa first, followed by the roasted sweet potatoes and black beans. Drizzle generously with the creamy avocado dressing. Add optional toppings like pickled red onions, cherry tomatoes, or extra avocado slices for a delightful finish.

Notes

For a dash of crunch, sprinkle some toasted pumpkin seeds on top!
Keyword black beans, healthy, power bowl, quinoa, sweet potatoes, vegan