Description
There are days when life feels like a whirlwind, leaving little time to whip up something tasty and satisfying. Enter Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes! This dish is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory, and it’s perfect for busy moms and professionals alike. It not only brings comfort food to the table, but it also offers a healthy twist that everyone can enjoy. Imagine serving a colorful plate that your loved ones can’t resist—all in just over an hour! It’s a quick solution for hectic weeknights or a meal to impress at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- ½ cup canned corn (drained)
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and pierce sweet potatoes with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for 45–50 minutes, until fork-tender.
- While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook for 3–4 minutes, until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Stir in ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Season the turkey with smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
- Add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- When sweet potatoes are ready, remove them from the oven. Slice each down the center and gently mash the flesh with a fork to make space for the filling.
- Spoon the turkey mixture into each sweet potato. Top with shredded cheese and return to the oven for 5 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef if preferred.
- You can add other vegetables to the turkey mixture, such as bell peppers or zucchini.
- For a spicier version, add some chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg