Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Stuffed sweet potatoes are a delicious and nutritious dish that transforms humble sweet potatoes into a satisfying meal. Their creamy texture and natural sweetness pair beautifully with savory fillings like black beans, corn, and cheese, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or preparing a cozy weeknight dinner, these stuffed sweet potatoes will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and prick each sweet potato with a fork. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender; they should pierce easily with a fork.
- In a bowl, mix black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, and half of the cheese.
- Once cool enough to handle, slice each sweet potato open lengthwise and fluff the insides.
- Generously stuff each potato with the filling and top with remaining cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with sour cream or Greek yogurt and fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg