Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and nutritious meal that comes together in just 20 minutes. This recipe blends the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes with seasoned ground turkey, creating a satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Each serving is not only low in calories but also packed with flavor thanks to a mix of spices like cumin and chili powder. With the option to customize toppings to your taste, these stuffed sweet potatoes are sure to be a hit with the whole family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin (divided)
- 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes
Instructions
- Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes until tender. Let cool.
- Cut potatoes in half, scoop out flesh into a bowl, and mash with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground turkey; add garlic, spices, and crushed tomatoes; cook for another minute.
- Fill potato skins with turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil for about 30 seconds until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Microwaving/Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (200g)
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg