This is taco night, but the shell is a baked sweet potato. Each one is stuffed with seasoned beef and black beans and has 28 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber.
The sweet potatoes bake on their own for 40 to 50 minutes, so start them first and make the filling while they cook.
Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Per serving: Calories: 430 · Protein: 28 g · Fat: 18 g · Carbs: 38 g · Fiber: 8 g (Serves 4)
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 taco seasoning packet (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- ½ cup shredded cheese or feta (optional)
- ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash sweet potatoes and pierce each a few times with a fork. Rub lightly with olive oil and bake directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet for 40–50 minutes, until tender.
- While sweet potatoes bake, cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water if needed, stirring until fully coated and cooked through. Stir in black beans and heat through.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, slice them open lengthwise and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
- Spoon the beef and black bean mixture into each sweet potato. Top with cheese and salsa if desired.
Storage and tips
- Refrigerate: Up to 4 days.
- Do not freeze: Sweet potatoes can become mushy when frozen.
- Reheat: Microwave or oven until warmed through.
- Tip: Add avocado, salsa, or fresh lime just before serving for best flavor.
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