Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole that combines tender sweet potatoes, smoky spices, and melty cheese for a nutritious and comforting meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner or potluck.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Boil peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a pot of water for about 10 minutes until they are fork-tender; then drain well.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced red onion and red bell pepper for 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, sautéed vegetables, cumin, paprika, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix everything gently but thoroughly.
- Layer Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread half of the mixture in an even layer, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top. Repeat layering with the remaining mixture and cheese.
- Add Broth and Cover: Pour the vegetable broth carefully around the edges of the baking dish to keep the casserole moist. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
- Bake Covered: Bake the covered casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and ingredients to heat through.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly with a golden finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier casserole, increase the chili powder or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute the cheese with a vegan cheese option to make it dairy-free.
- If fresh corn is unavailable, canned or frozen corn can be used; just drain canned well.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure all spice blends and broth are certified gluten-free.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
