Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful and nutritious meal that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a savory, spicy turkey filling. Ready in just 20 minutes, these stuffed potatoes are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with healthy ingredients like lean ground turkey and vibrant spices. Top them with fresh garnishes for an explosion of flavor and texture that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey (93%)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- Grated pepper Jack cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Cook sweet potatoes in the microwave until tender (about 8-10 minutes total). Let cool, then cut in half and scoop out the flesh into a bowl.
- Mash the potato flesh with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Fill the potato skins with this mixture.
- In a skillet, cook ground turkey until browned. Add minced garlic, chili powder, remaining cumin, and crushed tomatoes; cook for another minute.
- Fill each potato skin with the turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil until melted (about 30 seconds).
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Microwave/Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg