Description

These Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional tacos. Baked sweet potatoes are loaded with a savory taco filling, topped with cheese, avocado, and cilantro for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes:

4 medium sweet potatoes,

Taco Filling:

1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey, 1 small onion, diced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed, 1/2 cup canned corn, drained, 1/2 cup salsa,

Additional Toppings:

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, and sour cream for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare sweet potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes, pierce with a fork, and roast on a baking sheet for 45 to 55 minutes until tender.
Make taco filling: In a skillet, cook onion and garlic, then add ground meat, taco seasoning, salt, black beans, corn, and salsa. Simmer until heated through.
Assemble: Slice sweet potatoes, fluff the insides, fill with taco mixture, and top with cheese. Add avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and lime juice.
Serve: Enjoy warm.

Notes

To make this recipe vegetarian, omit the meat and add extra beans or plant-based crumbles.
Sweet potatoes can be microwaved for 6–8 minutes on high.