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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole

Savory Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole for Comfort

This Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole is a comforting, plant-based dish that is quick to prepare and customizable.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups sweet potatoes Peeled and diced
  • 2 cups black beans Canned or cooked
  • 1 cup corn Frozen or canned
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Dairy-free option available
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro Optional garnish
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into uniform cubes, place in a large pot, cover with water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Cook for 10-15 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly across the bottom.
  5. Pour the diced tomatoes over the sweet potato mixture and spread gently.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the casserole.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 14gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Taste the mixture before baking to adjust spices for your preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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