Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a quick and nutritious meal option that perfectly combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a savory turkey taco filling. In just 20 minutes, you can create a hearty dish that’s not only satisfying but also packed with healthy ingredients. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a delicious lunch, this recipe allows for customization with your favorite toppings like avocado, salsa, or sour cream. Perfect for meal prep, these stuffed sweet potatoes will impress your family and friends with their rich flavors and vibrant colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Toppings: grated pepper Jack cheese, flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Cook sweet potatoes in the microwave for 8–10 minutes until tender. Let cool.
- Cut each potato in half and scoop out the flesh, mixing it with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, cook ground turkey with garlic and spices until browned; stir in crushed tomatoes.
- Fill potato skins with the turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil until melted.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (250g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg