Description
This Mexican Buddha Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious dish featuring taco-seasoned sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, avocado, and fresh veggies, all drizzled with a creamy cilantro lime sauce. Packed with flavor, color, and wholesome ingredients, this easy 30-minute meal is perfect for a quick dinner or healthy meal prep.
Ingredients
Bowl Components:
- 2 sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
- 1½ tsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup shredded red cabbage (optional)
- ½ red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp red onion, diced
- ½ avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Cilantro Lime Sauce:
- ½ cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, minced
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice
- ⅛ tsp salt
Instructions
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Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Toss cubed sweet potatoes with oil and taco seasoning on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
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Prepare the Cilantro Lime Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
- Set aside to let the flavors meld.
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Assemble the Bowl Components:
- If using fresh or frozen corn, cook it briefly.
- Rinse and drain black beans.
- Chop red cabbage, slice bell pepper and red onion, and slice the avocado.
- Prepare lime wedges and cilantro leaves for garnish.
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Build the Bowls:
- Divide roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, cabbage, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado among bowls.
- Drizzle with cilantro lime sauce, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Add Protein: Include grilled chicken, steak, or tofu for extra protein.
- Grain Base: Add cooked rice or quinoa for a heartier bowl.
- Spice It Up: Top with jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Dressing Alternative: Swap the cilantro lime sauce for a lime vinaigrette or ranch dressing with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
