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Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potato for a Healthy Meal!

A healthy and delicious recipe for Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, perfect for a nutritious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Wash the sweet potatoes and pierce each one several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
  2. While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the ground turkey, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  5. Add the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes to heat through.
  6. Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out a small portion of the flesh to create a pocket for the filling.
  7. Fill each sweet potato half with the turkey mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Return the stuffed sweet potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve with sour cream or Greek yogurt on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed sweet potato halfCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the turkey mixture.
  • Substitute ground turkey with ground beef, chicken, or a plant-based meat alternative for a different flavor profile.

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