Description

Avocado Mojo Bowls with Sweet Potato combine crispy roasted sweet potato wedges and caramelized red onions with a zesty, creamy avocado mojo sauce. Topped with your choice of protein, this hearty and flavorful dish makes a perfect comforting meal that’s vibrant, nutritious, and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale

Sauce Ingredients

1/3 cup avocado oil
Half an avocado
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup packed cilantro, leaves and stems
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/4 cup mayo (optional – this will make it creamier)

Roasted Sweet Potato and Onion

2 sweet potatoes
1 red onion
2 tablespoons avocado oil
2 tablespoons taco seasoning + a pinch of smoked paprika (optional)

Protein

Protein of choice – recommended: Amylu chicken meatballs or hot, roasty rotisserie chicken

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure a hot environment for perfect roasting of sweet potatoes and onions.
Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into wedges or your preferred shape. This ensures even cooking and crispy edges.
Toss Sweet Potatoes and Season: Place the sweet potato wedges on a large baking sheet, toss with 2 tablespoons of avocado oil, 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning, and a pinch of smoked paprika if desired, making sure each piece is well coated.
Prepare Onions: Peel the red onion and cut it into thin wedges. Arrange the onion wedges onto the baking sheet nestled among the sweet potatoes.
Roast Sweet Potatoes and Onions: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for a total of 35 minutes. At the 20-minute mark, flip the sweet potatoes and onions to promote even roasting. If using pre-cooked meatballs, add them at this point on the pan so they can warm through during the last 15 minutes.
Prepare Avocado Mojo Sauce: While the vegetables roast, combine 1/3 cup avocado oil, half an avocado, 1/4 cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 1 clove garlic, 1/4 cup packed cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 cup mayo (optional) in a blender or mini chopper. Blend until smooth, adjust seasoning to taste, and set aside.
Assemble Bowls: Once the sweet potatoes and onions are roasted and the protein is heated, plate a generous amount of the avocado mojo sauce. Top with roasted vegetables and your choice of protein for a comforting, flavor-packed bowl.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, add the optional 1/4 cup mayo when blending.
You can substitute protein with grilled tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
Use smoked paprika to add a subtle smoky flavor to the sweet potatoes.
If using raw meatballs, add them earlier to ensure they cook through.
Store any leftover sauce separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Avocado Mojo, Sweet Potato Bowls, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Healthy Dinner, Chicken Meatballs, Avocado Sauce, Comfort Food