Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes offer a satisfying combination of sweet and savory flavors that will delight your taste buds. Perfectly baked sweet potatoes are filled with seasoned ground beef or turkey, black beans, and corn, then topped with creamy avocado and zesty lime juice. This dish is not only healthy but also easy to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Enjoy the vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas that make this recipe a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and poke holes in sweet potatoes; bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, cook ground meat over medium heat until browned (7-10 mins). Drain fat if necessary.
- Add taco seasoning, black beans, and corn to the meat; stir and heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Slice baked sweet potatoes open lengthwise; fluff the insides with a fork and fill generously with meat mixture.
- Top with cheese, diced avocado, cilantro (if using), and lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your filling by adding bell peppers or switching the meat for plant-based alternatives. For extra flavor, consider adding chipotle powder or cayenne pepper to the taco mix.