Description
Loaded Baked Sweet Potatoes are a colorful and satisfying healthy dinner option, perfect for those looking for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then pierce them several times with a fork.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the toppings. In a bowl, combine black beans, corn, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Once the sweet potatoes are done, let them cool slightly, then slice them open lengthwise.
- Top each sweet potato with the black bean mixture, diced avocado, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, loaded baked sweet potatoes!
Notes
- For a vegan option, use a dairy-free yogurt or omit the sour cream.
- Feel free to add other toppings like shredded cheese or salsa for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sweet potato
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg