Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful fusion of flavors that transform a simple meal into a culinary celebration. These hearty sweet potatoes are baked to perfection and generously filled with seasoned ground turkey, black beans, and topped with melty cheese. Ideal for any occasion, they offer a balanced mix of sweetness and spice that will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them as a nutritious dinner or a fun lunch option!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Poke sweet potatoes several times with a fork, place on the baking sheet, and bake for 45 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground turkey (5-7 minutes). Add taco seasoning and black beans; stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Once sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them open lengthwise and fluff the insides.
- Stuff each potato with the turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with sour cream or Greek yogurt and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg