Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
5 unit

Pickled Jalapenos

picked

1 tsp

Lemon juice

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 cup

Sweet corn

steamed and cooled

1 unit

Tomato

seeded and finely diced

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tbsp

Apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp

Water

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

4 unit

Sweet Potatoes

0.25 cup

Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

finely diced

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

as needed

1 tsp

Red Chilli sauce

as required

0.5 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

0.25 cup

Cashew nuts

soaked for an hour

0.5 tsp

Dried oregano

1 tbsp

Apple cider vinegar

0.5 unit

Onion

finely diced

1 pinch

Black pepper powder

1 cup

Black beans

cooked

1 tsp

Sugar

0.25 cup

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

chopped

0.25 cup

Red Bell pepper (Capsicum)

finely diced

1 clove

Garlic

finely minced

1 tsp

Lemon zest

optional but preferred

1 tbsp

Red wine

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius.

Step 2
~6 min

Grease sweet potatoes with olive oil and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.

Step 3
~6 min

Soak cashews in water for one hour.

Step 4
~6 min

Prepare cashew dressing by combining soaked cashews, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, water, and salt in a jar.

Step 5
~6 min

Whisk together apple cider vinegar, red wine, and olive oil in a small bowl.

Step 6
~6 min

Add red chilli powder, cumin powder, dried oregano, sugar, pepper, and clove to the vinegar and red wine mixture and whisk thoroughly.

Step 7
~6 min

In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked black beans and chopped vegetables (tomato, bell peppers, onion, sweet corn, jalapenos).

Step 8
~6 min

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix well.

Step 9
~6 min

Create a cavity in each baked sweet potato using a fork.

Step 10
~6 min

Fill the sweet potato boats with the salad.

Step 11
~6 min

Drizzle with red chilli sauce.

Step 12
~6 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.

Top with avocado slices for extra creaminess.

Adjust the amount of red chilli powder to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The salad can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Enjoy as a light lunch or dinner.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Quinoa Salad
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India/Americas

Cultural Significance

Fusion dish combining Indian spices with American staples.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
healthy lunch
potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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