How D.R.Congo,Cook Beans and Sweet potato 🍠

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are lower in calories and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has health benefits and is versatile.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash offers a similar sweetness with fewer calories.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity with a different flavor.

Peel and cube sweet potatoes.

Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain sweet potatoes and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and diced bell pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add black beans, cumin, and paprika; mix well.

Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Add cooked sweet potatoes and lime juice; gently fold to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced avocado before serving.

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