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gluten free lunch recipes with chicken and avocado

Gluten Free Lunch Recipes: Easy, Delicious, and Nutritious Ideas for Every Day

This Sweet Potato & Black Bean Skillet is a hearty, flavorful, gluten-free lunch recipe that’s perfect for busy weekdays. Made with simple ingredients, it’s naturally gluten free, high in fiber, and perfect for meal prepping.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the diced sweet potato. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the black beans, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender and lightly crisped.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot.

 

Notes

  • You can swap black beans with pinto or chickpeas.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes.
  • Stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Rihana
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American / Fusion
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 370 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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