Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado: A Flavorful, Healthy Delight

Enjoy a nutritious Stuffed Sweet Potato with Avocado packed with flavors from black beans and cilantro lime crema.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 stuffed sweet potatoes

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes

4 medium Sweet Potatoes Roast until soft

For the Filling

2 medium Avocado Mash for a smoother consistency
1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed
1 cup Corn Substitute if desired

For the Cilantro Lime Crema

1 cup Sour Cream Base of the crema
2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh is best
¼ cup Cilantro Chopped finely

Optional Toppings

¼ cup Pumpkin Seeds For nutty crunch
1 cup Tortilla Chips Crushed for garnish

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Mixing Bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Place the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft.
Mash half of the avocado in a bowl. Add black beans and corn; mix well.
Whisk together sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl for crema. Chill for 30 mins.
Slice roasted sweet potatoes in half, scoop out some flesh, and fill with avocado mixture.
Drizzle cilantro lime crema over the stuffed sweet potatoes and add optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed sweet potatoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for a short time. Avoid freezing fully assembled due to avocado and crema not thawing well.

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