Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Hearty and flavorful Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes—roasted sweet potatoes filled with a zesty black bean and veggie mixture, topped with melted cheddar for a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal.
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kcal1
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minutesIngredients
4 medium sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for the sweet potatoes.
- Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork all over, then place them on the baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes until tender.
- While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, and add the onion and garlic to sauté.
- Add the red bell pepper to the pan and continue to sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 more minutes.
- Stir in the black beans, cumin, chili powder, and salt, cooking until the mixture is heated through and fragrant.
- Remove the pan from heat and add lime juice and cilantro to the mixture, stirring well to combine all the flavors.
- Once sweet potatoes are done baking, slice them in half lengthwise, and scoop out a portion of the flesh to create space.
- Fill the sweet potatoes with the black bean mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese to finish the stuffing.
- Return the stuffed sweet potatoes to the oven to melt the cheese, which should take about 5-10 minutes.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra cilantro or a squeeze of lime for added freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes combine the natural sweetness of roasted potatoes with a savory black bean filling, seasoned with cumin, garlic, and chili powder. Topped with melted cheddar and fresh cilantro, this dish is hearty, nutritious, and bursting with flavor—perfect as a wholesome main course or satisfying side.
