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Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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A healthy and flavorful twist on taco night, these Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are loaded with seasoned ground meat, fresh toppings, and creamy sauce all served in a baked sweet potato.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub sweet potatoes clean, poke with a fork, and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until tender.
  2. While sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  5. Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and water. Stir to coat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in black beans, corn, and tomatoes. Cook for 2–3 minutes until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. When sweet potatoes are done, slice each open lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork.
  8. Fill each sweet potato with the taco meat mixture and top with cheese, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can make this vegetarian by substituting the meat with lentils or tofu.
  • Try topping with hot sauce or salsa for extra flavor.
  • Sweet potatoes can be microwaved for quicker prep (about 10 minutes total, flipping halfway).

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Keywords: taco stuffed sweet potatoes, healthy tacos, gluten free, sweet potato dinner, easy weeknight meal

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