Description
These stuffed sweet potatoes are the perfect balance of savory and sweet, packed with a flavorful filling of black beans, corn, and avocado, all topped with a tangy lime dressing. A wholesome, delicious, and satisfying dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
4 medium sweet potatoes
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 avocado, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons lime juice
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Pierce each potato a few times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- While the potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the black beans and corn, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season the beans and corn mixture with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Once the sweet potatoes are done, carefully slice them open lengthwise, and gently fluff the inside with a fork.
- Spoon the black bean and corn mixture into each sweet potato.
- Top with diced avocado and drizzle with lime juice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lime for the best flavor in the dressing.
- Customize toppings such as shredded cheese, hot sauce, or sour cream for variation.
- Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg