Oven-Baked Sweet Potatoes Loaded with Black Beans, Red Cabbage Slaw & Guac

A colorful, flavor-packed dish that delivers on every level

Some meals do more than just feed you — they give you a real boost. This one does exactly that.

It’s one of my favorite ways to add more plant variety into the week — something I’m always aiming for. You’ve probably heard the idea of getting 30 different plants a week for gut health and overall vitality. I love that concept, but I also like to make it feel practical. So once or twice a week, I make a meal like this — packed with different colors, textures, and nutrients, all on one plate.

It’s still simple and homemade, but it’s not your “throw-together” weekday dinner. It’s one of those recipes you make when you have a bit more time and want something that really delivers — on flavor, on nourishment, and honestly, on joy.

It reminds me a little of burritos — all those layers and fillings that mix and match beautifully as you eat. There’s the sweetness of the roasted potatoes, the smoky black beans, the crunch and tang of the slaw, and the creamy guacamole tying it all together.

Why This Recipe Works

It’s a dish that’s alive with both flavor and color.And those colors matter.

Each brings its own type of plant power:

🧡 Orange (sweet potatoes) — rich in beta-carotene for skin and immune support.

💜 Purple-red (cabbage, onion) — full of anthocyanins, known for their antioxidant and brain-protective benefits.

⚫ Black (beans) — loaded with fiber, plant protein, and polyphenols that support a healthy gut.

💚 Green (avocado, cilantro) — nourishing fats and detox-supporting compounds.

Together, they form this nutrient-dense, flavorful mix that keeps your meals interesting — and your body happy.

What Your Body Loves

This dish hits that sweet spot between comfort and nourishment. The fiber from beans and cabbage supports digestion, the healthy fats from avocado help you absorb vitamins, and the slow carbs in sweet potatoes keep your energy stable.

And beyond the nutrition, there’s the sensory part — the crunch, the creaminess, the warmth — all those small details that make eating healthy feel like something to look forward to.

Oven-Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

How to Serve It

I love serving these oven-baked sweet potatoes warm, straight from the oven, with all the toppings on the table so everyone can build their own. It’s casual, generous, and a little playful.

The leftovers keep beautifully, and the next day I often turn them into wraps or bowls with a spoonful of yogurt or an egg on top.

From My Kitchen to Yours

This dish is my little reminder that healthy eating doesn’t need to be perfect — it just needs to be alive. Full of color, texture, and plants.

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