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Baked Sweet Potato with Black Bean Salsa and Greek Yogurt

Deliciously Healthy: Sweet Potatoes with Zesty Black Bean Salsa

2servings
1 hr
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Baked Sweet Potato with Black Bean Salsa and Greek Yogurt

About this recipe

Experience the delightful blend of flavors in this baked sweet potato dish topped with a zesty black bean salsa and creamy Greek yogurt. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal that caters to vegetarian and gluten-free diets. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with the savory and slightly spicy black bean salsa for a balanced and delicious dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Wash and dry sweet potatoes. Pierce each several times with a fork. Rub with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Bake for 45 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

  4. 4

    While baking, prepare the salsa by combining black beans, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

  5. 5

    When potatoes are done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.

  6. 6

    Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise and fluff the flesh with a fork.

  7. 7

    Top each half with black bean salsa and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's tip

Ensure sweet potatoes are evenly sized for consistent cooking. Adjust the spice level to taste by modifying the amount of jalapeno.

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