If I could only make one salad for the rest of my life, this Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad would be it. It’s everything good in life combined together for a burst of flavors and depth, all in one bowl! Vegan and vegetarian, this salad is one that EVERYONE will love.
Make this black bean salad in 30 minutes or less, batch cook the main components, or meal prep this recipe for healthy salad bowls and delicious dinners all week long!
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Ingredients
You’ll only need 6 main ingredients (and a few spices) to make this easy, delicious recipe. Here’s what you need to get started!
Spinach or Kale – Chopped spinach or kale is the base ingredient of this salad.
Sweet Potatoes – Peeled or unpeeled are both great options! Simply cube the sweet potatoes to prep them for roasting. You can also save time by using pre-cut sweet potatoes from the grocery store!
Quinoa – I like cooking the quinoa with a little bit of garlic, salt, and smoked paprika (SO good!), but you can also save time by using pre-cooked quinoa!
Black Beans – Cooked or canned black beans are a total must for this delicious black bean salad!
Avocado – Top this salad off with creamy sliced or diced avocado to really bring the flavors together. It’s so good!
Lemon Tahini Dressing (Optional) – Feel free to add a drizzle of Lemon Tahini Dressing (or a squeeze of fresh lemon with a little bit of olive oil and salt) to really bring this salad to life!
How to Make a Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad
Making this Sweet Potato Black Bean Quinoa Salad is incredibly easy! Here’s a rundown for how to make it in 30 minutes or less:
1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes
Cube the sweet potatoes and roast them with a little bit of avocado oil. Add salt or everything seasoning to take them to the next level!
2. Cook the Quinoa (Seasoning is EVERYTHING!)
Cook the quinoa according to package directions. The seasoning is the best part! I love adding a little bit of salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. It’s incredibly yummy and adds so much flavor to this recipe!
3. Assemble the Salads
Combine the chopped spinach (or kale), cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, and black beans.
4. Add Avocado & Dressing
Top the salad with fresh avocado and dressing of your choice!
Note: This salad can either be assembled on each plate (4 servings) or tossed together and divided.
Batch Cooking This Recipe
To batch cook this recipe, feel free to roast the sweet potatoes and cook the quinoa (as well as the black beans, if not canned) ahead of time. Store in the refrigerator until you’re ready to assemble the salad!
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Meal Prep Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad with Avocado
To meal prep this Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad, it’s important to wait on adding the avocado and dressing until right before serving. Simply cook the ingredients according to the instructions below, then let cool. Combine the spinach, quinoa, black beans, and sweet potatoes for each meal prep bowl. When ready to enjoy, add the dressing and avocado!
This recipe can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days (without avocado)!
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Dressing/Topping Ideas
Want more dressing and topping ideas? Here are a few of my favorites!
- Creamy Avocado Lime Dressing
- Roasted Pepitas
- Southwest Salad Dressing
- Chopped Walnuts
- Easy Classic Lemon Vinaigrette
More Ways to Use Black Beans
- Creamy Healthy Chicken Enchilada Skillet
- Taco Bowl Recipe
- The BEST Easy Vegan Meatballs
- 5-Ingredient Vegan Enchiladas
- Spicy Southwest Butternut Squash Casserole
More Healthy Salads & Bowls
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- Hot Honey Chicken Bowls
- Simple Green Goodness Chickpea Salad
- Chili Mango Zesty Quinoa Salad
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- Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad
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Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced sweet potatoes (about 2-3 medium sweet potatoes)
- 2 Tablespoons avocado oil
- everything seasoning (to taste)
- 3/4 cup dry quinoa
- salt (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 6-8 cups spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 batch Lemon Tahini Dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Wash and dice the sweet potatoes, then lay them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with oil and add seasoning to taste.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for about 25 minutes, or until tender.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, cook the quinoa according to package directions.
- Add salt (to taste), garlic powder, and smoked paprika to the quinoa halfway through the cooking process.
- Set aside.
- Combine the chopped spinach, cooked black beans, roasted sweet potatoes, and cooked quinoa together in a large bowl.
- Divide into 4 servings, then top each salad with fresh avocado slices and dressing.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Cook the ingredients according to the instructions below, then let cool.
- Combine the spinach, quinoa, black beans, and sweet potatoes for each meal prep bowl.
- When ready to enjoy, add the dressing and avocado!
Toni says:
I’m sorry, maybe my screen is glitching because I don’t see the recipe for the dressing?
Christine McMichael replied:
So sorry, I totally missed that somehow! It’s in there now. Thank you for letting me know!
Amy says:
Absolutely scrumptious! Made this for lunch earlier in the week and came back and made it again today. Super satisfying and delicious!
Tammy says:
I could honestly eat this all day everyday! This is the ultimate feel-good comfort food I’ve been craving lately. I just love it so much…one of my favorite winter salads for sure.
Amanda Mason says:
So delicious and SO healthy! Oh my goodness this is my new go to recipe!!
Dennis Littley says:
what a flavorful combination! Everyone loved your salad