Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy, flavor-packed dinner that’s perfect for busy weeks. Baked sweet potatoes are loaded with corn, black beans, fresh tomatoes, avocado, and homemade taco seasoning for a simple, satisfying meal you can meal prep ahead of time.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 sweet potatoes about 2 lbs. total
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ red onion finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 1 cup canned kernel corn rinsed
- 1 cup canned black beans rinsed
- 1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix*
- ½ - ¾ teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 cup roma tomatoes diced
- 1 large avocado diced
- ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped
- sour cream optional
- Cheese optional
Instructions
- To Bake Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400℉. Scrub the potatoes, pierce with a fork 7-8 times, and bake for 40-60 minutes, or until tender. To Microwave Potatoes: Pierce with a fork, place them on a microwave-safe plate, and microwave on high for 5-8 minutes per potato, turning halfway through.4 sweet potatoes
- In a large skillet over medium heat cook red onion and jalapeño in oil for 2-3 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Add minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute.1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ red onion, 1 jalapeno, 1 clove garlic
- Mix in corn, black beans, taco seasoning mix, and salt, to taste.* Continue cooking over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, or until all ingredients are heated through.1 cup canned kernel corn, 1 cup canned black beans, 1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix*, ½ - ¾ teaspoon salt
- Serve equal amounts of the corn and bean mixture in each sweet potato with ¼ cup diced tomatoes, ¼ of an avocado, and cilantro.1 cup roma tomatoes, 1 large avocado, ¼ cup cilantro
- Add sour cream and cheese, can be dairy-free, if desired, and enjoy!sour cream, Cheese
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Notes
- Taco Seasoning: Homemade taco seasoning was used in this recipe. If using a store bought taco seasoning mix, you may want to adjust the amount of it and salt you use accordingly.
- Cook time: Total time is based on cooking sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot. Baking sweet potatoes in the oven will take more time.
- Spice: Add in some extra chili powder, or include additional jalapeños for a kick.
- Prep ahead: Make the filling and potatoes, just keep them separate until you're ready to serve.
- Protein: Stir in some chicken for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 374kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 786mg | Potassium: 1110mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 25061IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 3mg
