Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt, for topping
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, for garnish
- Optional toppings: diced avocado, jalapeños, corn
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss sliced sweet potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and salt until evenly coated.
- Arrange seasoned sweet potato slices on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly browned.
- Remove baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the sweet potato rounds followed by black beans and any other desired toppings.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add smoked paprika or cayenne pepper before baking.
- Customize toppings with ground beef, shredded chicken, or pulled pork for a heartier meal.
- Try different cheeses, like pepper jack or cotija, for a unique twist.
- Add guacamole for creaminess and healthy fats.
- Make it vegan with dairy-free cheese and sour cream alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg