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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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Ingredients Equipment Method

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

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. #### **Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes**
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  4. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly crispy.
  5. #### **Step 2: Cook the Cajun Rice**
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  7. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  8. Add rice, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, stirring to toast the rice slightly.
  9. 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.
  10. #### **Step 3: Assemble the Bowl**
  11. Divide the cooked Cajun rice into bowls.
  12. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, and avocado.
  13. Drizzle with fresh lime juice and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  14. ### **Serve & Enjoy**
  15. - Serve warm with an extra dash of Cajun seasoning or hot sauce for spice lovers!