Description
A wholesome and hearty Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl, perfect for a nutritious start to your day. This recipe combines baked sweet potatoes with cooked quinoa or rice, topped with creamy avocado, Greek yogurt, and a hint of cinnamon. Optional toppings like nuts, seeds, berries, and honey add texture and natural sweetness, making it a balanced and customizable breakfast option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Nuts (such as walnuts or almonds)
- Seeds (such as pumpkin or chia seeds)
- Berries (fresh blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
- Honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the sweet potatoes evenly.
- Bake the sweet potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cool and slice: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly, then carefully slice them open lengthwise.
- Mash the flesh: Scoop out the sweet potato flesh and mash it with cinnamon, salt, and pepper to enhance the natural sweetness and flavor.
- Assemble the bowl: Place a layer of cooked quinoa or rice at the bottom of your serving bowl, followed by the mashed sweet potato mixture.
- Add toppings: Top the bowl with sliced avocado, a dollop of Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt, and your choice of optional toppings like nuts, seeds, berries, or a drizzle of honey.
- Serve: Serve the breakfast bowl warm to enjoy a comforting and nutritious meal.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa with rice or any grain of your choice.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and omit honey or replace it with maple syrup.
- Sweet potatoes can be baked ahead and stored refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the cinnamon and salt to your taste preferences.
- Adding a protein like nuts or seeds enhances satiety and nutritional value.
