SWEET POTATOES WITH CILANTRO BLACK BEANS

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As a vegan, I'm always looking for impressive dishes to share. Sweet potatoes loaded with beans and a touch of peanut butter are one of my mom's favorites. -Kayla Capper, Ojai, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 8 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup frozen corn
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Additional minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • Scrub sweet potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high 6-8 minutes or until tender, turning once., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pepper and green onions; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Stir in beans, salsa, corn, lime juice, peanut butter, cumin and garlic salt; heat through. Stir in cilantro., With a sharp knife, cut an "X" in each sweet potato. Fluff pulp with a fork. Spoon bean mixture over potatoes. If desired, sprinkle with additional cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

mar vaccarini
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal. I love the combination of sweet potatoes, black beans, and cilantro.


Naeem Ishaq
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I'm a big fan of sweet potatoes, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The black beans and cilantro add a great touch, and the sweetness of the potatoes is perfectly balanced by the spices.


Areb Mohamed
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love the way the sweet potatoes and black beans complement each other.


Tina Morgan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook black beans, and this recipe is definitely a winner. The combination of sweet potatoes and cilantro is perfect.


Samar Jutt
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I always have a few extra sweet potatoes lying around, and this is a great way to use them up.


Carl Castro
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, but I still loved this recipe. The sweet potatoes and black beans were so flavorful that the cilantro didn't overpower the dish.


Aleem Anwar
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This recipe is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. I love the combination of sweet potatoes, black beans, and cilantro.


Antonio Van Zyl
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This one is definitely a winner!


Joseph Ram
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Trina Truewell
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5 stars! This recipe is easy to follow and the end result is delicious.


Lorie Lafortune
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new ways to cook sweet potatoes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


Rohit Moktan
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I love the way this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a delicious and flavorful dish. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Ariful Alam Samrat
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are just as good the next day.


Sushiphu
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The sweet potatoes are always cooked perfectly, and the cilantro and black beans add a delicious flavor.


Sartaj khan
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potatoes, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors is incredible, and the dish is so easy to make.


Diyana Moloi
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I'm a big fan of sweet potatoes, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The black beans and cilantro add a great touch, and the sweetness of the potatoes is perfectly balanced by the spices.


Kyle Samuel
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This is my go-to recipe for sweet potatoes. It's so simple, yet so delicious. I love the way the cilantro and black beans add a pop of flavor to the sweet potatoes.


Farhat “Farru” FM
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I've tried many sweet potato recipes, but this one is the best. The combination of flavors is just perfect, and the dish is so easy to make.


Simanga Sangweni
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Just to say: I'm an amazing cook and this recipe turned out amazingly well!


Emanij Tomblin
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I'm having the most creative dinner tonight, thanks to this recipe! Cilantro and black beans are my favorite combo.