Tender kale combined with roasted sweet potato, black beans, and zesty lime dressing for a vibrant dish.
# What you'll need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced (approx. 2.1 cups)
02 - 1 large bunch kale (approx. 6.3 cups), stems removed and chopped
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 avocado, diced
→ Beans
05 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
→ Dressing
06 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
08 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
09 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
10 - 1/4 tsp ground cumin
11 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
12 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
13 - 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
14 - 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese (omit for vegan)
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss diced sweet potato with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and lightly browned. Allow to cool slightly.
03 - Place chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage by hand for 2–3 minutes until leaves soften and darken.
04 - Whisk lime juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, cumin, salt, pepper, and remaining olive oil in a small bowl until combined.
05 - Add black beans, roasted sweet potato, sliced red onion, and diced avocado to massaged kale. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to mix.
06 - Top with toasted pumpkin seeds and crumbled feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
