BLACK BEAN & SWEET POTATO RICE BOWLS

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With three hungry boys in my house, dinners need to be quick and filling, and it helps to get in some veggies, too. This one is a favorite because it's hearty and fun to tweak with different ingredients. -Kim Van Dunk, Caldwell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1-1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
4 cups chopped fresh kale (tough stems removed)
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
Lime wedges, optional
Additional sweet chili sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Place rice, garlic salt and water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until water is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; saute sweet potato 8 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until potato is tender, 4-6 minutes. Add kale; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in beans; heat through., Gently stir 2 tablespoons chili sauce and remaining oil into rice; add to potato mixture. If desired, serve with lime wedges and additional chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Ameer Hanzala
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe, but I'll probably make a few substitutions.


Jeffrey Apperson
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This recipe looks delicious, but I'm not sure where to find some of the ingredients.


Jolisvette Aponte
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I'm allergic to black beans, so this recipe is a no-go for me.


Chosen Son
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I'm not a fan of sweet potatoes, so I'll probably skip this recipe.


Brooke Dejarnette
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This recipe seems a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes.


Suma Shaha
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I'm not sure about the combination of sweet potatoes and black beans, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Marta Lopez
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This one definitely fits the bill.


Malik A.REHMAN
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This dish looks absolutely delicious. I can't wait to try it!


Fahad shah
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe for my next party.


Giselle Giselle
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This recipe seems like a great way to get more vegetables into my diet.


Shimul Parvez
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I love the vibrant colors in this dish. It's so visually appealing.


Mohammed Emad
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.


Scovia
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I'm not usually a fan of black beans, but I really enjoyed them in this dish. The sweet potatoes and avocado balanced out the flavor perfectly.


Chitalu Chansa
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This was delicious! I made it for a potluck and everyone loved it.


Emperor Vincent
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I've made this recipe multiple times and it's always a hit. The sweet potatoes are perfectly roasted and the black beans add a nice protein boost.


Ujjol Pande
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My family raved about this dish! The combination of flavors and textures was incredible. I especially loved the creamy avocado and crunchy pepitas.


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