Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Taco stuffed sweet potatoes are a vibrant, healthy meal that combines savory flavors in a delightful and satisfying way. Perfect for quick dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. Bake sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- 3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey or chicken with taco seasoning until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- 4. Stir in black beans and corn; heat through for another 3-4 minutes.
- 5. Slice baked sweet potatoes open and fluff insides with a fork. Spoon in the taco mixture.
- 6. Top with shredded cheese while warm, then add sour cream or Greek yogurt and garnish with cilantro.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute ground meat with lentils or chickpeas.
- Feel free to add diced bell peppers or avocado as additional toppings for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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