Description
- These Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a satisfying and healthy twist on classic tacos! Perfectly roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with seasoned taco meat, black beans, fresh toppings, and a drizzle of zesty lime crema. Great for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or a fun family meal — plus, they’re naturally gluten-free!
Ingredients
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For the Sweet Potatoes:
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4 medium sweet potatoes
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Taco Filling:
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
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1 tablespoon taco seasoning
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1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
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1/2 cup corn kernels (optional)
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1/4 cup water
Optional Toppings:
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Shredded cheese
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Diced tomatoes
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Sliced avocado or guacamole
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Sour cream or Greek yogurt
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Chopped cilantro
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Jalapeño slices
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Lime wedges
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Instructions
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Roast the sweet potatoes:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick each sweet potato with a fork several times, then rub with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 45–50 minutes, or until tender. -
Make the taco filling:
While potatoes are roasting, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, corn (if using), and water. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened. -
Assemble the stuffed potatoes:
Once sweet potatoes are cooked, slice them open and gently mash the flesh with a fork. Spoon the taco mixture evenly into each one. -
Top it off:
Add your favorite toppings like cheese, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. -
Serve and enjoy!
Serve hot as a hearty main dish or meal prep for later.
Notes
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For a vegetarian version, swap the ground beef for extra beans or sautéed mushrooms.
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Add a drizzle of lime crema: mix sour cream with lime juice and a dash of garlic powder.
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Can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or microwave for an easy lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg