Ingredients
4 medium sweet potatoes Serve as the base for the dish
1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt or light sour cream For a creamy, seasoned topping
1 teaspoon olive or canola oil Used for sautéing vegetables
1 red bell pepper, diced Adds crunch and color to the topping
1/2 red onion, diced Provides a sharp, flavorful base for the mix
1 teaspoon chili powder Brings warmth and spice to the beans
1/2 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika Imparts a smoky depth
1/2 teaspoon cumin Adds an earthy, aromatic note
A pinch of salt Enhances the overall seasoning
1 to 1 1/3 cups black beans, rinsed and drained Supplies protein and texture
1/2 cup mild or spicy salsa Offers a zesty finish
1/2 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend Melts for a gooey topping
1/4 cup chopped scallions or cilantro For a fresh, herbaceous garnish
Instructions
1-First, poke holes in each of the 4 medium sweet potatoes with a fork. Cook them in the microwave for about 8-10 minutes until soft, or bake at 400°F for 45 minutes for a richer flavor.
2-In a small bowl, mix the 1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt with taco seasoning to create a creamy topping.
3-Heat 1 teaspoon olive or canola oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add 1 diced red bell pepper and 1/2 diced red onion, along with 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and a pinch of salt; cook for about 5 minutes until the onions soften.
4-Add 1 to 1 1/3 cups rinsed and drained black beans to the pan, stir, and heat through for another 5 minutes.
5-Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, slice them lengthwise or cut an oval shape on top and remove it to create an opening.
6-Top each potato with 1/2 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, the warm black bean mixture, the seasoned Greek yogurt, and 1/2 cup mild or spicy salsa.
7-Serve immediately, garnishing with 1/4 cup chopped scallions or cilantro for added freshness.
Last Step:
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⏲️ Use the microwave to save time or bake for enhanced flavor.
🥄 Mix taco seasoning into fat-free Greek yogurt as a healthy alternative to sour cream.
🌿 Customize with fresh cilantro or scallions for added freshness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Microwaving or Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked sweet potato
- Calories: 307
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 312mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 10.5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 7.5mg
