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Loaded Sweet Potato Recipe

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🍠 Enjoy a healthier take on loaded baked sweet potatoes packed with flavorful Mexican-inspired toppings.
🌶️ This recipe offers a quick, nutritious, and delicious meat-free meal option loaded with protein and fiber.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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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.

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Notes

⏲️ 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.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • 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