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Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: A Delicious and Healthy Dinner Idea

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Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes offer a nutritious and flavorful twist on traditional tacos, featuring ground turkey or beef, black beans, and corn, all nestled in tender sweet potatoes. Topped with fresh avocado, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for any weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 pound ground turkey or beef
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water and pat them dry.
  3. Poke several holes in each sweet potato with a fork.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over each sweet potato and sprinkle with salt.
  5. Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
  7. Add the ground turkey or beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  9. Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Mix well.
  10. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  11. Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  12. Carefully slice each sweet potato down the center without cutting all the way through. Gently push the ends to open them up.
  13. Fluff the insides of the sweet potatoes with a fork.
  14. Spoon the taco filling generously into each sweet potato.
  15. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top. If desired, return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
  16. Remove from the oven (if melted cheese) and let cool for a minute.
  17. Top each stuffed sweet potato with diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and fresh cilantro.
  18. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty kick.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground meat with additional black beans or lentils.
  • Customize toppings with jalapeños, diced onions, or your favorite salsa for added flavor.

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