Cook a batch of stuffed sweet potatoes for an easy, protein-packed dinner. Follow our recipe or personalize the spuds to your taste—either way, stuffed sweet potatoes make a healthy and delicious family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
4 medium sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 pound ground turkey
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup guacamole
1/4 cup salsa
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork; wrap in foil. Place on a 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Bake 55-60 minutes or until fork-tender. Let cool 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet to medium heat. Add turkey and onion; cook 7-8 minutes or until turkey is browned. Stir in black beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 3-4 tablespoons water; bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
Cut a slit in the top of the sweet potatoes; spread open to make a pocket. Season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stuff sweet potato pockets with the turkey black bean mixture. Sprinkle each with shredded cheese. Bake another 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with guacamole, salsa and cilantro.
