Black Bean and Sweet Potato Salad

Total Time: 30 minutes 
Serves: 4

Ingredients

Ingredients:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for roasting)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 
• 2 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp cumin 
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika 
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 
2. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper and spread on a baking sheet. 
3. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and lightly golden. 
4. In a large bowl, whisk together garlic, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and smoked paprika. 
5. Add roasted potatoes, black beans, and cilantro. 
6. Toss gently and adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Serve warm or chilled.

TIPS: This recipe is delicious on its own if you have it as a snack. To make it a well-rounded meal, we recommend adding chicken breast, avocado, and some nonstarchy vegetables!

Why We Love This Recipe:

1. Stable Blood Sugars:

The combination of complex carbohydrates from sweet potatoes, fiber and protein from black beans, and healthy fats from olive oil helps slow digestion and glucose absorption. This helps prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes.

2. Vitamins and Minerals:

Sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene (Vitamin A precursor) for eye, immune, and skin health. Black beans are a great source of magnesium, potassium, iron, and folate. Cilantro and garlic contribute antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Together, these nutrients support immune function and overall wellness.