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Southwest Sweet Potato

Southwest Sweet Potato Skillet: Quick, Flavorful Comfort Food

A delicious and vibrant Southwest Sweet Potato skillet dish that combines sweet potatoes, black beans, and zesty seasonings for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 cups Diced Sweet Potatoes can substitute with butternut squash
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder use cayenne for extra heat
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin omit if preferred milder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano fresh oregano works beautifully too
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika is a fine substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic is preferable
  • to taste Salt and Pepper season to your liking
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles adjust spiciness as desired
  • 1/2 cup Salsa/Salsa Verde choose mild or spicy
  • 1 cup Cooked Brown Rice quinoa or cauliflower rice for gluten-free option
  • 1 can Low Sodium Black Beans substitute with pinto beans if needed
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro flat-leaf parsley can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice lemon juice is a nice alternative
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar/Colby Jack/Monterey Jack) use dairy-free cheese for vegan option

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Sauté sweet potatoes: Add 2 cups of diced sweet potatoes, along with salt and pepper, sauté for about 8 minutes until softened.
  3. Steam the potatoes: Pour in 1/4 cup of water, cover, and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
  4. Mix in the remaining ingredients: Stir in 1 can of black beans, 1 cup of cooked brown rice, 1 can of diced green chiles, and spices.
  5. Add cheese and cover: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low for 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Serve and garnish: Remove from heat and serve hot, optionally garnished with cilantro, avocado, or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure not to overcook sweet potatoes to preserve texture. Customize spiciness according to preference.

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