Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Avocado Breakfast Bowl

1 servingsmediumMexican
Sweet Potato Avocado Breakfast Bowl with Fried Egg

A nutritious breakfast bowl featuring tender microwaved sweet potato, fresh avocado, and juicy tomatoes topped with a perfectly fried egg and tangy lime yogurt sauce. The combination of creamy avocado, naturally sweet potato, and protein-rich egg creates a satisfying morning meal that's ready in under 15 minutes. The lime-spiked Greek yogurt adds brightness and ties all the flavors together, making this bowl perfect for busy weekday mornings or leisurely weekend brunches.

Ingredients

1 servings
  • 1 cup sweet potato, peeled
    butternut squash1:1noneadds dairy

    similar texture

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  • ½ ea avocado, diced
    diced cucumber1:1texture

    less creamy but still fresh

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  • 1 ea egg
  • ½ cup tomato, chopped
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
    sour cream1:1dairy

    tangier flavor

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  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
    olive oil1:1none

    better flavor

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  • ½ tbsp lime juice
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place whole sweet potato in covered microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 5 minutes until easily pierced with fork

  2. 2

    Dice cooked sweet potato and set aside

  3. 3

    Mix yogurt with lime juice, salt and pepper in small bowl and set aside

  4. 4

    Toss diced sweet potato, avocado and tomato together in bowl and season with salt

  5. 5

    Heat oil in small skillet over medium heat

  6. 6

    Fry egg for 3-4 minutes until cooked to desired doneness

  7. 7

    Place fried egg on top of sweet potato mixture

  8. 8

    Drizzle yogurt sauce over bowl and serve

Tips

Tip 1

Pierce sweet potato with fork before microwaving to prevent bursting

Tip 2

Cook egg to your preference - runny yolk creates extra richness when mixed

Tip 3

Make yogurt sauce ahead and store in refrigerator for up to 3 days

Good to Know

Storage

Assembled bowl keeps in refrigerator for 1 day but egg is best fresh

Make Ahead

Sweet potato can be cooked and diced up to 2 days ahead

Serve With

Serve immediately while egg is warm

Common Mistakes

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Don't skip covering sweet potato in microwave to avoid drying out

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Don't overmix avocado to prevent mushiness

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

Greek yogurt
sour cream1:1dairy

tangier flavor

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General Alternatives

vegetable oil
olive oil1:1none

better flavor

Full guide →
sweet potato
butternut squash1:1noneadds dairy

similar texture

Full guide →
avocado
diced cucumber1:1texture

less creamy but still fresh

Full guide →
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FAQ

Can I make this without the egg?

Yes, omit the egg for a vegan version or substitute with hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for extra protein and nutrients.

What if my sweet potato isn't tender after 5 minutes?

Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals until fork-tender. Larger sweet potatoes may need up to 8 minutes total cooking time.

How long will the leftover yogurt sauce keep?

The lime yogurt sauce stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container.