Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

A vibrant, nourishing bowl combining roasted maple-glazed sweet potatoes with hearty black beans, fresh greens, and a tangy lime dressing. This Latin American-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed, maple syrup, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 cup black beans, cooked and drained
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for dressing)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 small avocado, sliced

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a mixing bowl, toss 2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tsp ground cumin until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
3. Step 3: While sweet potatoes roast, combine 1 cup cooked black beans, 2 cups baby spinach, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro in a large bowl.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create a bright dressing.
5. Step 5: Add the roasted sweet potatoes to the black bean mixture and drizzle with the lime dressing. Toss gently to combine.
6. Step 6: Serve the bowl topped with slices from 1 small avocado for creamy texture and additional nutrition.