Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and nutritious meal that can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights. This dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a savory turkey taco filling, creating a satisfying and flavorful dinner option. Perfect for family gatherings or casual meals, these stuffed sweet potatoes are not only wholesome but also customizable with your favorite toppings like avocado, sour cream, or salsa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey (93%)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- Grated cheese and fresh parsley for topping
Instructions
- Cook the sweet potatoes in the microwave until tender (4–5 minutes per side). Let cool slightly before handling.
- Halve the cooked sweet potatoes lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, mixing it with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Return the mixture to the skins on a baking sheet.
- In a nonstick skillet, cook ground turkey over medium-high heat until browned. Add garlic, chili powder, remaining cumin, and crushed tomatoes; cook for an additional minute.
- Spoon the turkey mixture into each sweet potato skin and top with cheese. Broil until cheese melts (about 30 seconds). Garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg