Easy Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Easy Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes combine the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with savory taco flavors for a nutritious and satisfying meal. This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, but also highly customizable, allowing you to load your sweet potatoes with delicious toppings like creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, or zesty salsa. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these stuffed sweet potatoes will surely impress everyone at the table. Enjoy a wholesome dish that’s both comforting and packed with flavor—ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- Fresh toppings: diced tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and prick sweet potatoes with a fork; place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, cook ground turkey or beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in black beans and taco seasoning; heat through.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, split them open and fluff the insides.
- Spoon the meat mixture into each sweet potato and top with your favorites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg