Salade De Patate Douce Et De Haricots Noirs (sweet Potato And Black Bean Salad)

This Salade de Patate Douce et de Haricots Noirs (Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad) is a delicious and nutritious dish from Burkinabé cuisine. It's a perfect combination of flavors and textures, making it a great option for a healthy meal or side dish.

Salade De Patate Douce Et De Haricots Noirs (sweet Potato And Black Bean Salad)

Ingredients

  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the sweet potatoes for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked sweet potatoes, black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large pot Colander Large bowl Small bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salade de Patate Douce et de Haricots Noirs as a refreshing side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Tips & tricks

For added crunch, sprinkle some toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped nuts on top of the salad before serving.

Cost

$10