Create a delightful Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad in just a few simple steps. A perfect, nutritious single serving meal that's easy and quick to prepare.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword: black bean salad, black beans, goat cheese, roasted sweet potatoes, sweet potato, sweet potato and black bean salad, sweet potato salad
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C), getting it ready for roasting.
Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Spread sweet potato cubes on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with ⅛ teaspoon of kosher salt. Roast them in the oven for 25 minutes until tender and golden.
Create the Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried rosemary, garlic powder, ⅛ teaspoon of kosher salt, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together for a flavorful dressing.
Mix with Black Beans: Add black beans to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything well to ensure the beans are thoroughly coated.
Combine with Sweet Potatoes: After roasting, add the sweet potatoes to the bowl. Gently stir them with the black beans and dressing.
Serve with Toppings: Place the salad on a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and crumbled goat cheese for a perfect finish.
Notes
Roasting Perfection: Cut the sweet potato into even cubes for uniform cooking.
Dressing Balance: Adjust the vinegar and oil ratio to suit your taste preference.
Flavor Boost: Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.