Black Bean & Sweet Potato Stew

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium brown onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large sweet potato (about 400g), peeled and cut into 2cm cubes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional — leave out if you prefer it mild)
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
• 2 cans (400g each) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups (480ml) vegetable broth
• 2 cups chopped kale, stems removed (about 2 large handfuls)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste

To serve (optional):

• Fresh coriander (cilantro)
• Sliced avocado
• A squeeze of extra lime
• A dollop of coconut yoghurt

Instructions: 

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
   
2. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cayenne (if using). Stir everything together and cook for about 30 seconds — just until the spices become fragrant. This blooms the flavour beautifully.
   
3. Add the sweet potato cubes, diced tomatoes, black beans, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
   
4. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the sweet potato is fork-tender.
   
5. Stir in the chopped kale and cook for another 2–3 minutes until wilted but still vibrant green.
   
6. Remove from heat, squeeze in the lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. The lime really lifts the whole dish.
7. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh coriander, avocado slices, and an extra squeeze of lime if you like.
   

Nutritional Breakdown per serving:

*Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods used.

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