One-Pan Mexican Sweet Potato Bake

This sheet pan meal comes together quick and easy, making it perfect for a busy weeknight. Each serving is packed with 27 grams of protein and 12 grams of fiber! (vegan, gluten-free)

📝 Ingredients

• 2 sweet potatoes (diced into 1-inch cubes)
• 3 tablespoons high heat oil (divided)
• 1 red onion (diced into 1-inch pieces)
• 2 bell peppers (cored and diced into 1-inch pieces)
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen and defrosted )
• 16 ounces extra firm tofu (patted dry and torn into bite-size pieces)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 15-ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 3 teaspoons ground cumin (divided)
• 3 teaspoons chili powder (divided; make sure it's your preferred spice level)
• 3 teaspoons smoked paprika (divided)
• salt & pepper (to taste)
• fresh baby spinach or arugula, a squeeze of lime juice, salsa, avocado, cilantro, and/or shredded cheese (for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Place the diced sweet potato on the baking sheet then coat (or spray) with 1 tablespoon of oil. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes.
2. 2Line a second baking sheet with parchment paper. Tear the tofu into bite size pieces then arrange on top of baking sheet. Sprinkle cornstarch on top and toss to combine. Add one tablespoon of oil and toss to until evenly coated. Add to oven with sweet potatoes and bake for 10 minutes.
3. 3After 10 minutes, remove both baking sheets from the oven and set aside. Add the diced onion, peppers, and corn to the sheet with the sweet potatoes, then coat with another tablespoon of oil. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons chili powder, and 2 teaspoons smoked paprika. Stir until evenly coated.
4. 4To the tofu, add the remaining spices and toss until coated. Add drained black beans to the tray with the tofu.
5. 5Return both baking sheets to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the potatoes and the peppers are light brown on the edges and tender.
6. 6Serve with desired toppings and enjoy!