Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad
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15 Mins
Prep Time
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30-40 Mins
Cook Time
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8
Servings
- 341
Calories
- 21g
Fat
- 34g
Carbs
- 8g
Protein
Multiple Sclerosis
Ingredients
- 4 Large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 (15oz) Cans Black Beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 Cup Chopped Bell Pepper, any color will work
- ½ Cup Chopped Red Onion
- ½ Cup Chopped Celery
- ½ Cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro, more if desired
- ⅔ Cup Chopped Walnuts
- - Dressing -
- 4 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Zest of 1 Lime
- 2 Limes, juiced
- ½ Tsp Ground Cumin
- Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Allergens:
- N Nuts
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NNuts:
Replace the walnuts with sunflower seeds.
Instructions
1.
Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.
2.
Roast Sweet Potatoes Preheat the oven to 375°F. Toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Roast on a baking sheet, in a single layer, for 30-40 minutes. Toss every 15 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
3.
Prepare the Dressing While the potatoes are roasting, prepare the dressing. In a small mixing bowl, combine dressing ingredients.
4.
Combine Salad To a large mixing bowl combine black beans, bell pepper, onion, celery and cilantro. Add potatoes once cooled. Pour dressing over top and mix to combine. Sprinkle the top with walnuts.
5.
Enjoy! Enjoy at room temperature or chilled.
6.
Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.
Nourishment Notes
Fatigue Buster
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Peel & Chop Sweet Potatoes In Advance
The sweet potatoes can be peeled and chopped 1-2 days prior to cooking. They could also be roasted 1 day in advance.
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Purchase Pre-Chopped Ingredients
Purchase pre-chopped ingredients (walnuts, celery, onion) to help save time.
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Ask for Assistance
Ask a friend or family member to help prepare this entrée if feeling fatigued or low on energy.
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