Description
Easy Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful fusion of flavors and nutrients, making them the perfect choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. These hearty sweet potatoes are roasted to perfection and stuffed with a savory filling of seasoned ground turkey or beef, black beans, and diced tomatoes. Topped with melted cheese and fresh cilantro, this dish is not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy them as a wholesome main course or pair them with your favorite sides for an unforgettable meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 1 pound ground turkey or beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly and poke holes in them.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a lined baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey or beef with taco seasoning until browned.
- Stir in rinsed black beans and diced tomatoes; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them open lengthwise and fluff the insides.
- Spoon in the meat mixture, top with shredded cheese, and return to the oven for about 3 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg