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Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potatoes

Delicious Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potatoes Bliss

This Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potatoes is a comforting and nutritious dinner option, perfect for any night.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Brown rice
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth
For the Beans
  • 1 can Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Kidney beans rinsed and drained
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Sweet potato diced
  • 1 cup Corn
For the Topping
  • 1 can Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies undrained
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for sautéing
For Serving
  • 1 bunch Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced
  • 2 wedges Lime

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of uncooked brown rice with 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the diced sweet potato and cook for 5-7 minutes until they soften.
  6. Mix in the black beans, kidney beans, corn, bell pepper, and diced tomatoes. Heat through.
  7. Fold in the cooked brown rice, stirring until combined.
  8. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
  9. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and the top is golden.
  11. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro and serve with avocado slices and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use homemade vegetable broth for richer flavor and avoid overcooking the sweet potatoes for better texture.

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