Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Bell Peppers and Mojo Rojo Black Beans.
Looking for a mouthwatering Meatless Monday option? Give this flavorful dish a try: Roasted sweet potatoes and bell peppers served with mojo rojo black beans and a dollop of Mexican creme. Simple to prepare and on the table in just 30 minutes, it's a delightful combination of textures and tastes that's sure to satisfy.
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 6 mini sweet bell peppers, sliced
- 1 can (13.4 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Mojo Rojo sauce
- 1/4 cup Mexican crema
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cumin, divided
- 1 lime, sliced into wedges
- 1/4 cup cilantro, minced
- 1 jalapeno, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more if needed
- 1-2 tablespoons water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- On a parchment-lined baking sheet, toss sweet potatoes with 1/4 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Roast for 20 minutes.
- Add sliced bell peppers to the baking sheet and roast for an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute onions until translucent.
- Once onions release steam, add a pinch of salt and pepper, ensuring even seasoning across the pot.
- Add minced garlic and jalapeno, cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in black beans, ensuring they're well combined with the onion mixture.
- Add Mojo Rojo sauce to the black bean mixture.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Arrange roasted sweet potatoes and bell peppers on a serving plate, top with black bean mixture.
- Garnish with Mexican crema, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Enjoy!
Mojo Rojo Sauce:
Ingredients:
- 2 large red bell peppers, roughly chopped
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeno or serrano pepper, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 slice of bread, torn into small pieces
Instructions:
- Place all ingredients for the red Mojo Rojo sauce in a high-speed blender.
- Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender to ensure thorough mixing. Sauce should have consistency similar to Hidden Valley Ranch dressing.
- Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to two months.