Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado, Black Beans & Cilantro Lime Crema
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado, Black Beans, and Cilantro Lime Crema. This vibrant dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the creaminess of avocado and the hearty texture of black beans, all topped with a refreshing lime crema. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side at gatherings, this recipe is not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your taste. Packed with fiber, vitamins, and plant-based goodness, it’s a satisfying meal that will leave you feeling nourished and energized.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pierce sweet potatoes several times with a fork and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Allow cool slightly; slice in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh.
- In a bowl, mix black beans, avocado, corn, tomatoes, onion, cilantro; season with salt and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, salt until smooth.
- Fill each sweet potato half with the bean mixture.
- Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with more cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg