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Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

The **Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl** is a delicious, nutrient-packed meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes, flavorful Cajun-seasoned rice, and a mix of fresh veggies.
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Equipment

  • - Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Large skillet or saucepan
  • - Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • #### **For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes**
  • - 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • - 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • - 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • - 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • #### **For the Cajun Rice**
  • - 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
  • - 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • - 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • - 1/2 small onion finely chopped
  • - 1/2 red bell pepper diced
  • - 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • #### **For the Bowl Assembly**
  • - 1/2 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • - 1/4 cup corn fresh or canned
  • - 1/4 cup avocado diced
  • - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Instructions
 

  • #### **Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes**
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly crispy.
  • #### **Step 2: Cook the Cajun Rice**
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  • Add rice, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, stirring to toast the rice slightly.
  • Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is fully cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  • #### **Step 3: Assemble the Bowl**
  • Divide the cooked Cajun rice into bowls.
  • Top with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, and avocado.
  • Drizzle with fresh lime juice and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  • ### **Serve & Enjoy**
  • - Serve warm with an extra dash of Cajun seasoning or hot sauce for spice lovers!