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sweet potato black bean skillet recipe

Sweet Potato Black Bean Skillet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 lb sweet potatoes about 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 1 avocado sliced, for topping

Method
 

  1. Heat avocado oil in a large cast-iron skillet (or any oven-safe skillet) over medium-high heat. If cooking over a campfire, position the skillet over medium flames.
  2. Add the diced sweet potatoes to the hot oil in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are golden brown on the edges and fork-tender.
  3. Push the sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add the red onion and bell pepper to the empty side. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle the cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper over everything in the skillet. Stir to combine and coat all the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  5. Pour in the drained black beans and vegetable broth. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly and the beans are heated through.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and stir gently. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Top with sliced avocado and fresh cilantro. Serve directly from the skillet!

Notes

• For camping: Prep all vegetables at home and store in zip-lock bags to save time at the campsite.
• Make it vegan: Skip any cheese toppings and ensure your broth is vegetable-based.
• Add more veggies: Corn kernels, zucchini, or spinach all make great additions — toss them in with the beans.