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Recipe for Stuffed Sweet Potato

This Simple Stuffed Sweet Potato recipe is a versatile and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a satisfying side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil (optional)
  • Fork
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Spoon for scooping and topping

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Whole Medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 Cup Black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 Whole Avocado (diced)
  • ½ Cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ¼ Cup Red onion, finely chopped (finely chopped)
  • 1 Tsp Olive oil
  • 1 Tsp Ground cumin
  • ½ Tsp Smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (to taste)
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional) (chopped)
  • 2 Tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional, for topping)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Prepare Sweet Potatoes:
    Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
  • Bake Sweet Potatoes:
    Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet (lined with foil if preferred) and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Prepare Filling:
    While the sweet potatoes are baking, combine the black beans, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss gently to combine.
  • Slice and Stuff:
    Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Slice each one down the center lengthwise and gently fluff the flesh with a fork.
  • Assemble:
    Divide the filling evenly among the sweet potatoes, stuffing each one generously.
  • Add Toppings:
    Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream if desired.
  • Serve:
    Serve warm and enjoy your delicious stuffed sweet potatoes!

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Notes

  • Sweet Potato Size: Choose sweet potatoes that are roughly the same size so they cook evenly.
  • Filling Variations: Feel free to get creative with the filling! Add cooked quinoa, shredded chicken, or sautéed veggies for more variety.
  • Make it Vegan: Replace Greek yogurt or sour cream with a dairy-free alternative, or skip it entirely.
  • Crispier Skin: Rub the sweet potatoes with a little olive oil before baking for crispy skin.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal
Keyword Easy Meal Prep, Healthy Food, Quick And Easy, Sweet Potatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian
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